Skin Cancer: Mechanisms and Human Relevance

    December 1994 in “ Medical Entomology and Zoology ”
    Hasan Mukhtar
    TLDR Skin cancer involves complex mechanisms, risk factors, and can be potentially prevented with strategies like dietary changes and certain compounds.
    The document explored various aspects of skin cancer, including its mechanisms, risk factors, and potential prevention strategies. It discussed the relevance of murine models to human skin carcinogenesis, highlighting the role of benzoyl peroxide, ultraviolet radiation, and DNA repair deficiencies in conditions like xeroderma pigmentosum. The involvement of epithelial stem cells in hair cycles and skin carcinogenesis was considered, alongside unresolved epidemiological issues in basal and squamous cell skin cancers. Cellular and molecular mechanisms were examined, focusing on cytochrome P450, protein kinase C, and eicosanoids. The role of immune responses, oncogenes, and tumor suppressor genes, such as Ha-ras and p53, were analyzed. Chemoprevention strategies included the use of retinoids, dietary modifications, and naturally occurring polyphenols. Overall, the document provided a comprehensive overview of the multifaceted nature of skin cancer research at the time.
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