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1. Molecular Analysis of Normal Human Skin and Basal Cell Carcinoma Using Microdissection Based Methods
Abstract : The aim of this thesis was to gain further insight into the biology of normal human skin and basal cell carcinoma (BCC). Morphology in combination with microdissection was used as primary tool for sampling. READ MORE
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2. Basal cell carcinoma: real-life burden on healthcare and simplified destructive treatments
Abstract : Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most common cancer in humans. With steadily increasing incidence rates, there is a constant need to evaluate current diagnostic methods and treatment alternatives to achieve effective care for the patients while considering available healthcare funding. READ MORE
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3. Development and Application of ToF-SIMS for Clinical and Microbiological Analysis
Abstract : The aim of the work of this thesis was to further the implementation of timeof-flight secondary ion mass spectrometry (ToF-SIMS) in biological analysis and to generate new knowledge from the samples analysed. ToF-SIMS is a chemical analysis technique. READ MORE
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4. Aspects of skin cancer diagnosis in clinical practice
Abstract : Skin cancer incidence is increasing in fair-skinned populations. The three most common skin cancers are basal cell carcinoma (BCC), squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) and malignant melanoma (MM). A correct diagnosis is crucial for an efficient and tailored treatment for the skin cancer patient. READ MORE
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5. Epidemiology, diagnostics and treatment of non-melanoma skin cancers
Abstract : Skin cancer, including malignant melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancer (NMSC), is a growing problem due to the increasing incidence in Sweden and in other Caucasian populations. NMSCs are diagnosed as often as all other cancers combined and include basal cell carcinoma (BCC), squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), precursors to SCC such as Bowen’s disease (BD) and actinic keratosis (AK), as well as several rare skin cancers including Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC). READ MORE