Skin color reporting in squamous cell carcinoma-related randomized controlled trials in top dermatology journals: a systematic review.

ABSTRACT: The objectives are to determine the frequency that skin color is reported in randomized controlled trials (RCTs) involving squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) detection and treatment in leading dermatology journals. A systematic review of RCTs involving SCC was conducted among the top ten most impactful dermatology journals from inception to July 10th, 2023. Studies were included if they reviewed the treatment, prevention, or detection of SCC, involved patients directly and were classified as traditional RCTs. Studies were considered positive for reporting SOC if there was any demographic data in the methods or results of the following terms: Fitzpatrick scale, race, ethnicity, sunburn tendency, or skin of color. Of the 39 studies which were identified, 23 reported data related to skin color dat

SUBMITTER: Salmen NL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10981586 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature