Global basal cell carcinoma in 55+ population: 1990– 2021 burden、risk-factor trends and 2050 forecast
Over the last three decades, both new cases and the overall toll of basal-cell carcinoma among older adults have risen worldwide, fueled by expanding and aging populations, greater ultraviolet exposure, and better case detection. Looking forward, vigorous sun-protection education and unified UV-shielding measures are essential to curb incidence and ease the growing burden.
Authors
- Rong Mu
- Yan-Xia Cai
Institutions
- Sanya Central Hospital (CN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Frontiers in Oncology
- Published
- 2025-12-19
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3389/fonc.2025.1702129
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer Studies
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.35