Abstract
Xeroderma pigmentosum is a rare disorder manifested by high rates of skin cancer due to abnormal repair of ultraviolet-induced DNA damage. This article describes clinical presentation, treatment, and nursing management for this severe and chronic disorder.
MeSH terms
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Adolescent
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Adult
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Child
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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Patient Care Planning
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Skin Neoplasms / etiology
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Skin Neoplasms / nursing
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Skin Neoplasms / prevention & control*
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Xeroderma Pigmentosum / complications
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Xeroderma Pigmentosum / nursing*
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Xeroderma Pigmentosum / pathology