Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer Incidence in Saarland, Germany (1995–1999)
Author Information
Author(s): Andreas Stang, Christoph Stegmaier, Klaus-Henning Jöckel
Primary Institution: University Hospital of Essen
Hypothesis
What is the incidence of nonmelanoma skin cancer in the Federal State of Saarland from 1995 to 1999?
Conclusion
The study provides population-based incidence estimates of basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma in Saarland, showing significant differences between men and women.
Supporting Evidence
- Men had a 38% higher age-standardised incidence rate of BCC than women.
- Men had a 55% higher age-standardised incidence of SCC than women.
- The median age for first BCC was 68 years for men and 71 years for women.
- The median age for first SCC was 74 years for men and 80 years for women.
- The study found that the risk of BCCs is highest at the eyelids, face, and lips.
- The risk of SCCs is highest at the lips, ears, and face among men.
Takeaway
This study looked at how many people got skin cancer in Saarland over a few years, finding that more men than women got it.
Methodology
The study analyzed cancer registry data for nonmelanoma skin cancer cases from 1995 to 1999, checking for coding accuracy and calculating incidence rates.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to a large proportion of NMSC being treated without histological confirmation.
Limitations
The study may underestimate incidence rates due to incomplete registration of nonmelanoma skin cancers.
Participant Demographics
The study included residents of Saarland, Germany, with a population of about 1.1 million.
Statistical Information
Confidence Interval
95% CI: 27–50% for BCC and 95% CI: 18–98% for SCC incidence rates.
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