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Merkel cell cancer primary prevention

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] ; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Vamsikrishna Gunnam M.B.B.S [2] Ahmad Al Maradni, M.D. [3]

Overview

Overview

Primary prevention of merkel cell cancer includes avoidance of excessive sun exposure and use of sunscreen.

Primary Prevention

Primary Prevention

Effective measures for the primary prevention of merkel cell cancer include:


References

References

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