Medicine

A. Galdos, Reinhard Dummer

2026.2.1Praxis

DOI: 10.23785/praxis.2026.02.003

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This paper provides a practice-oriented synthesis of current evidence, ranging from behavioural prevention and systemic approaches with nicotinamide and retinoids to experimental strategies such as immune checkpoint inhibitors and DNA repair enzymes.

Abstract

In view of rising incidence rates worldwide, the prevention of skin cancer is a central pillar of public health. While UV protection forms the basis of primary prevention, pharmacological strategies (chemoprevention) are becoming increasingly important. This paper provides a practice-oriented synthesis of current evidence, ranging from behavioural prevention and systemic approaches with nicotinamide and retinoids to experimental strategies such as immune checkpoint inhibitors and DNA repair enzymes.

Citation format

GALDOS, A.; DUMMER, Reinhard. [(Chemo-)preventive strategies for skin cancer: Current state of knowledge and implications for daily practice]. Praxis, 2026, 115 2(2): 38–42.