Basal cell carcinoma Flashcards
1
Q
what is it
A
one of the three main types of skin cancer. Lesions are also known as rodent ulcers and are characterised by slow-growth and local invasion. Metastases are extremely rare. BCC is the most common type of cancer in the Western world.
2
Q
features
A
nodular
in sun exposed sites - head and neck
pearly, flesh coloured papule wit telangiectasia
may ulcerate later leaving a central crater
3
Q
management
A
surgical removal
curettage
cryotherapy
topical cream: imiquimod, fluorouracil
radiotherapy
