Contralateral distribution of nonmelanoma skin cancer between older Hispanic/Latino and non-Hispanic/non-Latino individuals

McLeod, Michael P.; Ferris, Katherine; Choudhary, Sonal; Alqubaisy, Yasser; Shiman, Michael I.; Loring-Warsch, J.; Mlacker, Stephanie; Jawitz, S.; Pérez, Adriana; Nouri, Keyvan

doi:10.1111/bjd.12005

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“…The pattern has been demonstrated in two studies of NMSC and one of melanoma. Two are US based, the first involving a cohort from Latino/Hispanic descent presenting with NMSC [ 27 ]. The second showed an increased prevalence of right-sided melanoma in women presenting on specific anatomical sites, namely, MIS of the ear/trunk and invasive melanoma of the eyelid [ 6 ].…”

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A Left-Sided Prevalence of Lentigo Maligna: A UK Based Observational Study and Review of the Evidence

Gorman

Hart

Mathew

2015

Dermatology Research and Practice

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Skin cancer has been shown to present asymmetrically, prevalent on the left side of the body, more so in subtypes of cutaneous melanoma such as lentigo maligna. Biases have been linked to cumulative UV light exposure and automobile driving patterns. Though left-right ratios have previously correlated with the side men or women tend to position themselves or countries drive on, more recent trends indicate a consistent left-sided bias. To clarify reasons for changing trends, a review of the evidence base and LM's laterality in a UK cohort (99 cases 2000–2011) was conducted for the first time. The strong correlation of left-sided excess, found in both genders (ratios 1.381–1.5, P < 0.05 X 2 0.841), is congruent with more recent findings. Though evidence indicates that driving position is no longer a risk factor for LM, due most likely to improved car window UV protection, it remains the most commonly attributed cause. Understanding phenomena such as UV lights “scatter effect” or that cumulative exposure may not be a significant risk factor helps rationalize older conclusions that would otherwise appear contradictory. The reasons for left-sided excess remain unclear but may be due to factors requiring further research such as the body's anatomical/embryological asymmetry.

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A Left-Sided Prevalence of Lentigo Maligna: A UK Based Observational Study and Review of the Evidence

Gorman

Hart

Mathew

2015

Dermatology Research and Practice

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“…For melanoma, it is higher among whites (2.9% in men, 1.9% in women) than in Hispanics (0.52% in men, 0.51% in women) [1, 4]. A study conducted in Miami showed that, among 3000 cases of nonmelanoma skin cancer reviewed, 60.1% were diagnosed in whites and 38.4% were diagnosed in Hispanics [5]. Findings using the Southeastern Arizona Skin Cancer Registry showed that the rates for nonmelanoma skin cancer in whites were approximately 11 times greater than rates for Latinos [6].…”

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Sun Protection Beliefs among Hispanics in the US

Santiago-Rivas

Wang

Jandorf

2014

Journal of Skin Cancer

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Purpose. We reviewed the literature on sun protection beliefs in Hispanics living in the United States to explore what challenges are faced by area of research. Method. A review of PubMED, PsycINFO, and CINAHL databases was performed. Studies were published in peer-reviewed journals (in all years available) and written in English. The search terms used were [“skin cancer” OR “sun protection”] AND [“Latino” OR “Hispanic”] AND “beliefs.” Eligible papers were included in the final analysis after meeting the following inclusion criteria: (1) the records had to quantitatively examine and report sun protection beliefs in Hispanics, (2) the number of Hispanic participants in the sample had to be clearly specified, and (3) studies reporting differences in sun protection beliefs between Hispanics and other racial and ethnic groups were included in the review. Results. Of the 92 articles identified, 11 met inclusion criteria and addressed sun protection beliefs regarding skin cancer seriousness and susceptibility, and benefits and barriers of sun protection and skin cancer risk behaviors. Characteristics of studies and results were examined. Conclusion. There is insufficient evidence to determine a pattern of sun protection beliefs among Hispanics in the United States. More quality studies are needed which focus on sun protection beliefs in Hispanics.

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“…5,6 Previous perception has remained that skin cancer risk in Hispanics and Asians is lower than that in whites. 2,4 Hispanics may have more protection from the sun because of darker skin type and increased melanosome activity, 7,8 whereas Asians may be culturally, historically, and cosmetically inclined to keep away from the sun to maintain a lighter complexion. 9,10 However, despite historically lower rates of skin cancer, in recent years, skin cancer incidence in these groups has reportedly been increasing.…”

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Prevalence and Clinical Characteristics of Nonmelanoma Skin Cancers Among Hispanic and Asian Patients Compared With White Patients in the United States

Loh

Ortiz

Goldenberg³

et al. 2016

Dermatologic Surgery

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Contralateral distribution of nonmelanoma skin cancer between older Hispanic/Latino and non-Hispanic/non-Latino individuals

Cited by 12 publications

References 27 publications

A Left-Sided Prevalence of Lentigo Maligna: A UK Based Observational Study and Review of the Evidence

A Left-Sided Prevalence of Lentigo Maligna: A UK Based Observational Study and Review of the Evidence

Sun Protection Beliefs among Hispanics in the US

Prevalence and Clinical Characteristics of Nonmelanoma Skin Cancers Among Hispanic and Asian Patients Compared With White Patients in the United States

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