title: Basal cell carcinoma classifications and characteristics.
abstract: Malignant basal cell carcinoma is the most common type of skin cancer. This article examines general skin cancer risks and specific basal cell carcinoma risks, classifications, and clinical characteristics.
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authors: Vargo
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D002280:Basal Cell Carcinoma / Q000145:classification* / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000473:pathology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D015994:Incidence; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D012307:Risk Factors; D012878:Skin Neoplasms / Q000145:classification*