Risk factors for multiple primary melanomas and sub-optimal sun protection behaviours

Abstract

Chapter 1 summarises and provides the context for the need for research regarding risk factors for multiple melanoma and sub-optimal sun protection. Chapter 2 includes the published paper entitled “A risk prediction model for the development of subsequent primary melanoma in a population-based cohort” published in the British Journal of Dermatology. Contribution statement and presentations included. Chapter 3 comprises of the first authored systematic review and meta-analysis entitled “Risk factors for subsequent primary melanoma for patients with previous melanoma: A systematic review and meta-analysis” published in the British Journal of Dermatology. Included is the published paper, supplementary file, video link for prioritised publication of the article and PowerPoint slides as requested by the journal. Contribution statement is included. Chapter 4 comprises of the study entitled “Patient demographic characteristics and risk factors associated with sun protection behaviours in specialist melanoma clinics” in the format of a manuscript, which has been submitted for presentation at the Australasian College of Dermatologists Annual Scientific Meeting 2024 and prepared for imminent submission to Preventative Medicine. This paper examines demographics and patient factors including risk and how they relate to the sun protective behaviours. Outlined is the background to the paper, the methods, the results, and the discussion including clinical application. Chapter 5 discusses the thesis research findings overall in terms of further implications for clinical practice and future research.