How 3D imaging and artificial intelligence are used to diagnose melanoma and skin cancers.
Dr. Konstantinos Kuskukis*
It offers life-giving solar energy for the production of vitamin D3, which helps our life, well-being, immune system and osteoporosis, but also carries risks from various ultraviolet radiation effects: from simple sunburn to more chronic conditions such as skin cancer, melanoma and photoaging.
Climate change is causing depletion of the ozone layer, which acts as the earth’s natural protective layer by absorbing the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation. The meteorological changes and longer periods of sunlight increase the UV index and cause exposure.
Rising temperatures dominate and summers are getting hotter and for longer periods of time, people are spending more time outdoors and their exposure to UV radiation is increasing significantly. It is therefore easy to conclude that climate change will exacerbate the harmful effects of UV radiation, especially if we do not take precautions.
In Greece, more than 1,000 new melanomas and skin cancers are diagnosed each year, compared to an average of about 400 in the early years of the 21st century.
Artificial intelligence (AI): A valuable tool in dermatological lesions
Artificial intelligence is becoming a useful tool for early diagnosis of melanoma and skin cancer. 3D visualization with built-in algorithms, are experiencing leaps and bounds in their ability to analyze dermatologic images and detect conditions such as melanoma, psoriasis, and eczema with high diagnostic accuracy.
In recent years, there seems to have been an increased awareness among citizens of the problems caused by UV rays, as they also examination of moles in preventive examinations. Sunscreen creams must be applied in sufficient quantity and on all skin surfaces half an hour before exposure to the sun and renewed every two hours.
Recreational sun exposure
Dermatologists recommend using it broad spectrum sun protection product (UVA and UVB), avoid direct and unprotected sun exposure during peak hours, before 11 a.m., with a relatively high protection index of at least SPF30 and higher. and 4:00 p.m. seek shade, wear a hat, goggles, protective clothing, and use sunscreen on car and home windows.
Recreational exposure plays a stronger role in the development of melanoma, Farmers, fishermen, and construction workers are equally at risk of occupational exposure, and in these cases, year-round sun protection should be observed.”
Frequency perception and Regular skin examination every 1-2 years, especially after the age of 50 and especially if there are risk factors for the appearance of lesions, such as very light skin, many moles and a history of sunburn, as well as seeking a balanced symbiosis with the sun