Skin: Basal Cell Carcinoma Flashcards
1
Q
What is a cool fact about the prevalence of BCC?
A
It’s the most common cancer in Western world
2
Q
What is the most common type of BCC?
A
Nodular BCC
3
Q
Where in the body are most BCC lesions found?
A
Sun exposed sites: Head & Neck
4
Q
How does a BCC INITIALLY present? (2 things)
A
- Pearly, flesh-coloured Papule
- Telangiectasia
5
Q
What is Telangiectasia? (2 points)
A
- Aka: “Spider veins”
- Dilated veins on skin surface
6
Q
How does a BCC present in the later stages? (2 things)
A
- Ulcerated
- Central crater
7
Q
How often does BCC metastasise?
A
Extremely rare
8
Q
What are the Mx options for a BCC? (5 things)
A
- Surgical removal
- Curettage (scraping it off w sharp blade)
- Cryotherapy (freezing it off)
- Topical cream
- Radiotherapy
9
Q
What are some Topical creams you can use for BCC? (2 things)
A
- Imiquimod
- Fluorouracil
