• Author: Susan M. Swetter
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Area deprivation index and melanoma thickness in Veterans

Abstract: IMPORTANCE: The US Veterans Health Administration (VHA) provides comprehensive medical care for enrolled veterans. Differences in melanoma diagnosis, associated with …

Skin cancer and other dermatologic conditions among US Veterans

Abstract: Importance: US veterans may be at an increased risk of developing various dermatologic conditions compared with nonveterans. Objectives: To compare the prevalence and the …

Real-world effectiveness of immune checkpoint inhibitors and BRAF/MEK inhibitors among Veteran patients with cutaneous melanoma

Abstract: The Veterans Health Administration is the largest integrated health care system in the United States, caring for more than 9 million individuals. Despite higher cutaneous …

Estimating remaining life expectancy in Veterans with basal cell carcinoma using an automated electronic health record scoring system: a retrospective cohort study

Abstract: Active surveillance may be considered for low-risk basal cell carcinomas (BCCs) in patients with limited life expectancy; however, estimates of life expectancy are not …