Table 4.
Significant associations between presence/absence of skin tumors and sun-related behavior in men
| Type of skin tumor and corresponding anatomic region | Sun-related behavior | OR [95% CI] | p value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Presence of multiple common nevi | |||
| Upper back | Frequent use of sunscreen with SPF during young adulthood | 12.67 [2.00–80.14] | 0.007 |
| Presence of ≥1 atypical nevus | |||
| Lower back-gluteal | Frequent use of sunscreen with SPF during adolescence | 23.00 [2.48–213.70] | 0.006 |
| Presence of ≥5 lentigines | |||
| Lower extremities | Rare use of sunscreen with SPF during adolescence | 1.75 [1.11–2.76] | 0.004 |
Odds ratio (OR), 95% confidence interval [95% CI], and p value (Fisher's exact).