Histopathology remains the gold standard for the diagnosis of SCC. A punch or shave biopsy can be used to obtain a sample (9).
Dermoscopy is a non-invasive technique that can help improve di...
Tumor location and characteristics
High-risk areas
Recurrence rate
Patient expectations
Patient's functional sta...
Patients with high-risk cutaneous squamous cell cancer have an increased risk of recurrence, lymph node, or distant metastases (10).
From the lesions at risk, 7–80% will locally ...
C44.92 Squamous cell carcinoma of skin, unspecified
C44.320 Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of unspecified parts of face
C44.42 Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
C44.621 Squamo...
Cutaneous SCC associated with UV light exposure and immunosuppression
The head and neck are the most common regions for invasive cutaneous SCC.
MMS provides cure rates of 97% for primary...
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<bold><italic>Figure 14.50.</bold> A.</bold> Squamous cell carcinoma. <bold>B.</bold> Keratoacanthoma.
Squamous cell carcinoma. This patient has a squamous cell carcinoma of the lower lip. From Goodheart HP. Goodheart's Photoguide to Common Skin Disorders: Diagnosis and Management, 3rd Edition. Philadelphia: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2009.
Squamous cell carcinoma. This patient has a squamous cell carcinoma of the lower lip. From Goodheart HP. Goodheart's Photoguide to Common S...
Squamous cell carcinoma. This nodular lesion arose from a solar keratosis. From Goodheart HP. Goodheart's Photoguide to Common Skin Disorders: Diagnosis and Management, 3rd Edition. Philadelphia: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2009.
Squamous cell carcinoma. This nodular lesion arose from a solar keratosis. From Goodheart HP. Goodheart's Photoguide to Common Skin Disorde...
Bowen's disease (squamous cell carcinoma in situ). These lesions closely resemble scaly psoriatic or eczematous plaques. From Goodheart HP. Goodheart's Photoguide to Common Skin Disorders: Diagnosis and Management, 3rd Edition. Philadelphia: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2009.
Bowen's disease (squamous cell carcinoma in situ). These lesions closely resemble scaly psoriatic or eczematous plaques. From Goodheart HP....
Squamous cell carcinoma arising in a burn scar. The likelihood of metastasis of this lesion is significant. From Goodheart HP. Goodheart's Photoguide to Common Skin Disorders: Diagnosis and Management, 3rd Edition. Philadelphia: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2009.
Squamous cell carcinoma arising in a burn scar. The likelihood of metastasis of this lesion is significant. From Goodheart HP. Goodheart's ...
Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Lip
Actinic keratosis
Actinic Keratosis Actinic keratoses are superficial, flattened papules covered by a dry scale. Often multiple, they may be round or irregular, and are pink, tan, or grayish. They appear on sun-exposed skin of older, fair-skinned persons. Though themselves benign, these lesions may give rise to squamous cell carcinoma (suggested by rapid growth, induration, redness at the base, and ulceration). Keratoses on face and hand, typical locations, are shown.
Actinic Keratosis Actinic keratoses are superficial, flattened papules covered by a dry scale. Often multiple, they may be round or irregu...