Squamous cell carcinoma Flashcards
1
Q
cause
RFs
A
sun exposure
chronic inflammation e.g. lupus vulgaris
immunosuppression e.g. post-transplant
2
Q
which lesions are often more aggressive?
A
ulcerated ones on lower lips or ear
3
Q
epidemiology
A
later in life (on sun-exposed sites)
4
Q
Px
A
ulcerated lesions with hard, raised edges, in sun-exposed sites.
keratotic
can grow very rapidly
5
Q
eXamination of what is essential?
A
lymph nodes
6
Q
Tx
A
excision, occationally radiotherapy
