Meta-analysis of risk factors for cutaneous melanoma: II. Sun exposure

26 Jan 2004Gandini S, Sera F, Cattaruzza MS, Pasquini P, Picconi O, Boyle P, Melchi CF.

studies supported the intermittent sun exposure hypothesis: a positive association for intermittent sun exposure and an inverse association with a high continuous pattern of sun exposure.

Meta Analysis
2 effects

Reported Outcomes

DeterminantsOutcomeDetails

Sunburn Intergumentary outcome
Sunburn
Intergumentary system

Skin cancer Intergumentary outcome
Increased risk of Skin cancer
Intergumentary system

High evidence
99.0%

Continuous Sunlight exposure Selfcare risk & protective factor
Minor Protective Factor Continuous Sunlight ex...
Selfcare

Skin cancer Intergumentary outcome
Minor decreased risk of Skin cancer
Intergumentary system

High evidence
-1.0%