Posted On: September 22nd 2026, 08:24 am
Our new case report is out in South African Family Practice! 🎉
Key message: Keratoelastoidosis marginalis (KEM), although benign, may be an important visible marker of cumulative UV damage. Recognising it should prompt careful skin examination, sun-protection counselling and appropriate skin cancer surveillance. 6397-50944-1-PB.pdf
A special congratulations to Kirstin Becker 👏
Reference: Becker K, Kriek V, McCree K, Visser WI. Keratoelastoidosis marginalis as a marker of cumulative actinic damage: A scientific letter. S Afr Fam Pract. 2026;68(1):a6397. doi:10.4102/safp.v68i1.6397. Open Access. 6397-50944-1-PB.pdf
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