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Cost-effectiveness assessment of targeted, opportunistic, and population-based skin cancer screening strategies promoted by the Retrate Project of Barretos Cancer Hospital (BCH), Brazil

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Background: The melanoma represents a critical public health challenge in Brazil due to increased incidence and the economic and social impact late diagnosis. Early diagnosis is crucial to improve clinical outcomes and minimize associated costs. Given this scenario, the Retrate Project, developed at Barretos Cancer Hospital (BCH), aims to implement innovative screening strategies for skin cancer, with focus on melanoma. Strategies include training primary care health providers, targeted screening in risk groups, the development of teledermatology platform, such as a mobile app and a self-service photo booth.

Source: EJC Skin Cancer

DOI: 10.1016/j.ejcskn.2025.100382

Authors: F. Desiderio, R. Descie, G. Borges, A.C. Pereira, V. Vazquez

Institutions: Hospital de Câncer de Barretos, Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP)

Language: English

Topic: Cutaneous Melanoma Detection and Management

Subfield: Oncology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Reduced inequalities

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,340