Basal Cell Carcinoma Flashcards
Where on the body does basal cell carcinoma typically occur?
Sun exposed sites
How do basal cell carcinoma lesions present?
Pearly, flesh-coloured papule with rolled telangiectasia around the edge
What can happen to the basal cell carcinoma lesions?
They can ulcerate leaving a central crater
How is basal cell carcinoma diagnosed?
Punch biopsy
What is the management of basal cell carcinoma?
Surgical excision with a 4mm margin
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy
What are basal cell carinoma lesions characterised by?
Slow growth
Local invasion
Is metastasis common with basal cell carcinoma?
No- rare
What is basal cell carcinoma the most common form of?
Cancer in teh western world
What is the most common form of basal cell carcinoma?
Nodular BCC
Where do basal cell carcinoma lesions usually occur?
On the head and neck
What is the initial management if basal cell carcinoma is suspected?
Routine referral
What creams can be given for BCC?
Imiquimod
Fluorouracil
What creams can be given for BCC?
Imiquimod
Fluorouracil
What ate the main presenting featrues of BCC?
skin-coloured or pink nodule with a central depression
Pearly rolled edge
Surface telangiectasia
What is the main cause of BCC?
DNA mutations following exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light
