Squamous cell carcinoma Flashcards
1
Q
Squamous cell carcinoma
A
- common variant of skin cancer
- mets are rate but can occur
2
Q
Risk factors for squamous cell carcinoma
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- excessive exposure to sunlight
- actinic keratoses & Bowens disease
- immunosupressed e.g. renal transplant, HIV
- smoking
3
Q
Features of squamous cell carcinoma
A
- sun exposed sites
- rapid expanding
- painless, ulcerate nodules
- cauliflower-like appearance
- bleeding
4
Q
Treating squamous cell carcinoma
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- surgical excision with 4/6mm margins
