Squamous Cell Carcinoma : Description, Cause, Management And Advice For Patient

Squamous Cell Carcinoma : Description, Cause, Management And Advice For Patient

Description

● A locally invasive malignant tumour of the epidermal keratinocytes or its appendages, which has the potential to metastasise

Causes

● Risk factors include excessive UV exposure, pre-malignant skin conditions (e.g. actinic keratoses), chronic inflammation (e.g. leg ulcers, wound scars), immunosuppression and genetic predisposition

Presentation

● Keratotic (e.g. scaly, crusty), ill-defined nodule which may ulcerate

Management

● Surgical excision - treatment of choice
● Mohs micrographic surgery – may be necessary for ill-defined, large, recurrent tumours
● Radiotherapy - for large, non-resectable tumours

Prognosis

● Depends on tumour size, site, histological pattern, depth of invasion, perineural involvement, and immunosuppression

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Squamous Cell Carcinoma : Description, Cause, Management And Advice For Patient 2018-12-28T19:53:00-08:00 Rating: 4.5 Diposkan Oleh: David Maharoni