Bowen's Disease Flashcards

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What is this a presentation of?

Well-defined, enlarging, red, scaly plaque with a flat edge, sun-exposed area.

A

Bowen’s disease

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What is another name for Bowen’s disease?

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Squamous cell carcinoma in situ (pre-malignant)

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What does histology show in Bowen’s disease?

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Full thickness dysplasia

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What is the treatment for Bowen’s disease?

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  1. Cryotherapy
  2. Topical 5-fluorouracil/imiquimod
  3. Excision
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