Basal cell carcinoma Flashcards
1
Q
define basal cell carcinoma?
A
COMMONEST form of skin malignancy characterised by slow growth and local invasion
(rodent ulcer)
2
Q
what is therein risk factor for basal cell carcinoma?
A
prolonged sun exposure or UV radiation
3
Q
epidemiology of BBC?
A
- common in caucasians
- Common in areas of high sunlight exposure
- Common in the elderly
4
Q
presenting signs of BBC?
A
• A chronic slowly progressive skin lesion • Usually found on sun exposed areas o FACE o Scalp o Ears o Trunk
5
Q
features of nodular BBC?
A
o Pearly flesh coloured papule with telangiectasia
6
Q
features of morphemic BBC?
A
o Expanding
o Yellow/white waxy plaque
7
Q
features of a superficial BBC?
A
o Most often on trunk
o Multiple pink/brown scaly plaques
8
Q
features of pigmented BBC?
A
o Specks of brown or black pigment
9
Q
how to investigate BBC?
A
- Diagnosis is mainly on clinical suspicion
* Biopsy is RARELY necessary
