Skin Cancer

Trauma-induced melanocyte implantation can lead to subcutaneous melanoma, mimicking melanoma of unknown primary but with distinct diagnostic criteria.

Study author Erin McClure, MD, discusses how IGSRT offers consistent NMSC recurrence rates across socioeconomic and comorbidity factors, reinforcing its role as a first-line treatment.

High concentrations of particulate matter can potentially lessen the exposure to UV radiation.

As newly appointed Executive Director of the Foundation, Becky Kamowitz is combining public education with clinical needs in the fight against skin cancer.

George Washington University recently earned a Skin Smart Campus designation, championing skin cancer prevention through education, free sunscreen, and UV safety measures.

Three posters supporting VP-315's treatment efficacy and outcomes were presented at the Winter Clinical Miami conference.

Explore the role of immunohistochemical stains in enhancing diagnostic accuracy during Mohs surgery, aiding treatment of challenging skin cancers.

Cemiplimab demonstrated a 68% reduction in recurrence risk for high-risk CSCC in the phase 3 C-POST trial, according to Regeneron’s latest findings.

Data augmentation techniques like cropping and blurring allow AI models to overcome limited datasets, improving skin cancer detection rates.

Post treatment discontinuation, most centers conduct imaging every 3 months during the first year of remission.

As 2024 comes to a close, Dermatology Times is taking a look back at the studies, therapies, and advances in skin cancer this year.

Join Dermatology Times’ quarterly editor in chief Aaron Farberg, MD, as he highlights significant advancements in gene expression profile testing for cutaneous melanoma.

Discover 2024 skin cancer breakthroughs, including FDA approvals, innovative therapies, and updated clinical guidelines for melanoma and nonmelanoma care.

Despite the risks of sun exposure, a study found only a fraction of coaches receive adequate UV-related guidance from their associations or clubs.

Researchers recommend limiting routine lipase tests to symptomatic patients or those with radiographic signs of pancreatic injury.

Certain factors may contribute to higher occurrences of non-melanoma skin cancer in these patients, according to a novel systemic review.

Pediatric melanoma, though rare, is the deadliest skin cancer in children, with 300-500 US cases annually.

Motivators like health benefits, altruism, and trust in clinicians enhance participant retention and adherence in melanoma research, according to MEL-SELF findings.

The study underscores the importance of addressing work-related concerns for patients with melanoma, advocating for effective communication about rehabilitation options.

Aaron Farberg, MD, explores advancements in melanoma and cSCC prognostic tools, the role of gene expression profiling in inflammatory diseases, and initiatives aimed at supporting early-career dermatologists at Fall Clinical 2024.

In October's cover feature, Nicole A. Negbenebor, MD, FAAD, discusses the benefits of intralesional 5-fluorouracil injection for older patients with squamous cell carcinoma who may elect to delay therapy or are not ideal candidates for surgery.

Farberg discusses data recently published in Geriatrics demonstrating low rates of recurrence.

Data was published in the Journal of the American Board of Family Medicine.

Swiss researchers found significant gender differences in melanoma care, including variations in information preferences and treatment decision-making.

The study, published in Dermato, showed that 92% of NMSC tumors showed measurable changes in depth of invasion from one image to the next.

The PD-1/IL-2α bispecific antibody fusion protein is intended for patients with unresectable locally advanced or metastatic melanoma.

Earlier this summer, Meghan Heberton, MD, emphasized the importance and growth of the subspecialty.

Researchers tailored screening and surveillance schedules to individual risk of patients.

A comprehensive analysis of 71 studies revealed the highest lesion clearance and recurrence rates among individuals who had undergone surgery.

Despite high accuracy scores, the study found AI models often produce overly complex explanations, making them less effective for patient education.