I. Task

To standardize and collect epidemiological data on skin diseases in OTR

• Collection of pre-existing epidemiological data
• Pan European Epidemiological Studies
  
  • - Skin cancer
  • - Skin infections
    
  • - Immunosuppression
    

II. Task

To establish a consensus for prophylaxis and therapy of NMSC and skin infections in OTR

• Consensus on prophylactic guidelines (including patient education)
  
• Consensus on dermatological aftercare intervals and procedures
  
• Consensus on therapeutical standards (incl. initiation of new studies if needed)
  
  

III. Task

To define further fields of common research interests

• Direct and indirect function of immunosuppressive agents as cancer inductors and promoters
  
• Pathology of UV-radiation induced immunosuppression and skin cancer induction
  
• Role of oncogenous viruses in the setting of systemic immunosuppression
  
  

IV. Task

Extension of surveillance and knowledge

• Establishing of local networks in each county
  
• Patient / GP information – slides
  
• Internet activities (website) and other media
  
• Public relations (sponsors, industry, patient support groups, TX-surgeons)
  
• 'Medical awareness': Joint publications, satellite symposia, meetings