ArticleBritish journal of cancer2014
Epidemiology of basal cell carcinoma in the United Kingdom: incidence, lifestyle factors, and comorbidities.
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Abstract
backgroundLittle is known about the epidemiology of basal cell carcinoma (BCC).
methodsUsing the Clinical Practice Research Datalink, we calculated annual incidence rates. In a case-control analysis, we examined lifestyle factors and comorbidities.
resultsIncidence rose significantly between 2000 and 2011. Basal cell carcinoma risk was increased in alcohol drinkers (slightly) and immunocompromised patients, but reduced in smokers and individuals with abnormal weight.
conclusionsBasal cell carcinoma places a growing public health burden. Lifestyle factors do not play a major role in pathogenesis, but immunosuppression is important.
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