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Distribution of the NMSC characteristics
| Variable | Category | n | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Histologic subtype | BCC | 9 | 47.4 |
| SCC | 10 | 52.6 | |
| Site | Abdomen | 1 | 5.3 |
| Forearm | 3 | 15.8 | |
| Scalp | 2 | 10.5 | |
| Leg | 1 | 5.3 | |
| Face | 4 | 21.1 | |
| Hand | 1 | 5.3 | |
| Arm | 2 | 10.5 | |
| Trunk | 5 | 26.3 | |
| Sun-exposed site | Yes | 12 | 63.2 |
| No | 7 | 36.8 | |
| Time for NMSC (months) | 37.7±19.1 (34: 3–78)* | ||
Note:
Mean ± standard deviation (median: minimum–maximum value).
Abbreviations: BCC, basal cell carcinoma; NMSC, non-melanoma skin cancer; SCC, squamous cell carcinoma.
