Pathology of Non Pigmented lesions Flashcards
1
Q
5 location of skin cancers
A
Epidermis Melanocytes Dermis Appendages Lymphoid elements
2
Q
Give an example of a benign epiderml tumour
A
Seborrhoeic keratosis
3
Q
Give three examples of precancerous dysplasias
A
Bowen’s, actinic keratosis and viral lesions
4
Q
Give two examples of invasive malignancies
A
Basal and squamous cell carcinoma
5
Q
What type of skin is seborrhoeic keratosis found in
A
It is common in ageing skin
6
Q
3 main types of basal cell carcinoma
A
Nodular
Superficial
Infiltrative
7
Q
Where is bowen’s disease commonly found
A
Legs
8
Q
Where is actinic keratosis commonly found
A
Head and neck
9
Q
Where are viral lesions commonly found
A
Anogenital skin
