Radiación solar como factor de riesgo de cáncer de piel

Abstract

Introduction: The main ultraviolet rays that we are constantly exposed to are UVA rays and UVB rays, which when in constant contact with the skin produce dermal lesions that can range from erythema to the development of skin cancer. Worldwide, skin cancer represents one of the four main cancers diagnosed, with a high mortality rate being melanoma. Among non-melanocyte cancers is basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma. Prevention with sunscreen will depend a lot on the sun protection factor, for this it is necessary to see the labels for both UVB and UVA rays. Another useful means of protection on a daily basis is clothing, with polyester being the clothing with the greatest recommended protection. Objective: Prevention of the development of skin cancer, through scientific evidence of protective measures against ultraviolet radiation as the main mechanism of skin damage in order to reduce the incidence of skin cancer. Materials and methods: A systematic, retrospective review of high-impact journals was carried out, of articles obtained from Pubmed, Elseiver, Google Academic, Electronic Journals with information on the mechanism of damage from solar radiation with prevention measures for radiation exposure. Conclusion: The prevention of skin cancer with adequate and well-used protective measures, together with relevant information to significantly reduce the levels of skin cancer.