Basal cell epithelioma. Types, treatment methods, and prognosis.
Basal cell epithelioma (BCE) is the most common cutaneous malignancy. Primary BCE (ie, previously untreated) can be satisfactorily treated by a variety of methods, including curettage with electrodesiccation, scalpel excision, cryosurgery, and radiotherapy. Cure rates approach 98%. Recurrent BCE is much more difficult to treat and deserves particularly aggressive therapy, such as chemosurgery.
D002280:Basal Cell Carcinoma / Q000532:radiotherapy / Q000601:surgery / Q000628:therapy*; D003452:Cryosurgery; D003890:Desiccation; D006801:Humans; D009364:Neoplasm Recurrence, Local; D012878:Skin Neoplasms / Q000532:radiotherapy / Q000601:surgery / Q000628:therapy*