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Mechanisms and prevention of UV-induced melanoma.
Photodermatology, photoimmunology & photomedicine - 1 Jan 2018
Sample Ashley, He Yu-Ying
Abstract excerpt
Melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer and its incidence is rising, creating a costly and significant clinical problem. Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, namely UVA (315-400 nm) and UVB (280-315 nm), is a major risk factor for melanoma development. Cumulative UV radiation exposure from sunlight or tanning beds contributes to UV-induced DNA damage, oxidative stress, and inflammation in the skin. A...
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