Abstract
Ten cases of advanced squamous cell carcinoma of the skin in albinos, treated by radiotherapy from 1973 to 1979 at the Muhimbili Medical Center of Dar-es-Salaam, have been reviewed. Age, sex, duration of symptoms, anatomic distribution, stage of disease, and treatment are reviewed. The relationship between albinism, sunlight, and skin cancer is discussed and a practical program of prevention is suggested. Advanced carcinoma of skin in albinos may be managed successfully with judicious radiation therapy. Excellent objective responses have been noted. No assessment of long-term control is made due to poor follow-up of patients.
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