Skin Health of Community-Living Older People: A Scoping Review
June 2024
in “
Archives of Dermatological Research
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TLDR Older people at home often have skin issues, but there's little evidence on how to prevent or treat them effectively.
The scoping review highlights that while older people living at home face a high prevalence of skin conditions such as actinic keratoses, xerosis cutis, neoplasms, and inflammatory diseases, there is limited evidence on effective prevention and treatment strategies. The review included 97 publications, primarily focusing on prevalence and incidence, with melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancer being the most frequently investigated conditions. Despite the significant burden these conditions place on individuals and the healthcare system, there is a lack of robust data on screening, risk assessment, and treatment, particularly for skin cancer. The study underscores the need for interventional research to enhance dermatological care for older adults in community settings.
