The current epidemiology of cutaneous malignant melanoma.

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As a background for understanding the increased incidence of melanoma, relevant information focuses on incidence, morality, environmental factors, host factors, and genetic factors. Incidence has increased dramatically; however, it is not clear to what extent changes in behavior, in the environment, or in early detection are involved. The major environmental factor, ultraviolet radiation exposure, shows...

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