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What is the most common etiologic factor for the development of squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) of the skin?
What is the most common etiologic factor for the development of squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) of the skin?
- Ultraviolet Radiation (correct)
- Human Papillomavirus
- Ionizing radiation
- Excessive photochemotherapy
What is the age of onset for squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) of the skin?
What is the age of onset for squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) of the skin?
- Older than 55 years of age (correct)
- Between 20-30 years of age
- Between 40-50 years of age
- Younger than 20 years of age
Which gender is more commonly affected by squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) of the skin?
Which gender is more commonly affected by squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) of the skin?
- No gender predilection
- Females
- Males (correct)
- Varies by geographic location
What is a significant occupational risk factor for the development of squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) of the skin?
What is a significant occupational risk factor for the development of squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) of the skin?
Which skin phototypes are particularly susceptible to the promotion of squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) due to excessive sun exposure?
Which skin phototypes are particularly susceptible to the promotion of squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) due to excessive sun exposure?
What is the most common etiologic factor for squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) of the skin?
What is the most common etiologic factor for squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) of the skin?
What is the age of onset for SCC of the skin?
What is the age of onset for SCC of the skin?
Which population has a higher incidence of SCC of the skin in the United States?
Which population has a higher incidence of SCC of the skin in the United States?
What is a common occupational risk factor for SCC of the skin?
What is a common occupational risk factor for SCC of the skin?
Apart from ultraviolet radiation, what other factor can contribute to the promotion of SCC of the skin?
Apart from ultraviolet radiation, what other factor can contribute to the promotion of SCC of the skin?
