Keratoacanthoma and Its Incidence as Affected by Sunlight in the Tropical and Subtropical Areas of Australia

descriptionPublicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Article 01 Jan 1965 English Publisher:WileyJournal:International Journal of Dermatology, volume 4, pages 53-59 (issn: 0011-9059, eissn: 1365-4632,

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Authors: John C. Belisario;

doi: 10.1111/ijd.1965.4.1.53

Keratoacanthoma and Its Incidence as Affected by Sunlight in the Tropical and Subtropical Areas of Australia

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SummaryThe author briefly traces the history of keratoacanthoma since its description by Hutchinson in 1899, and discusses its incidence according to age and affected body areas as well as its possible aetiology.The role of sunlight in the causation of keratoacanthoma is examined. The clinical features of this condition, including its possible role as a precursor of malignant processes, and its diagnosis are discussed. The author also suggests a therapeutic approach.

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