Epidemiological profile of elderly patients with non-melanoma skin cancer seen at the dermatology outpatient clinic of a public hospital
An. bras. dermatol
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92(6): 882-884, Nov.-Dec. 2017. tab, graf
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in English
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ABSTRACT
Abstract Basal cell carcinoma and Squamous cell carcinoma, referred to as non-melanoma skin cancer, are the most common malignancies in humans. Their incidence is increasing worldwide every year. In Brazil, even with the advent of educational campaigns on photoprotection and laws that banned tanning beds, they are the most frequent neoplasias, representing a public health problem recognized by the Ministry of health.
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Main subject:
Skin Neoplasms
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Carcinoma, Basal Cell
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Carcinoma, Squamous Cell
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Ambulatory Care Facilities
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Hospitals, Public
Limits:
Aged
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Aged80
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Female
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Humans
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Male
Country/Region as subject:
South America
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Brazil
Language:
English
Journal:
An. bras. dermatol
Journal subject:
Dermatology
Year:
2017
Type:
Article
Affiliation country:
Brazil
Institution/Affiliation country:
Secretaria de Estado de Saúde do Distrito Federal/BR
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