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Authors

  • Laura Cantú Parra Hospital Luis C. Lagomaggiore, Mendoza, Mendoza, Argentina
  • María Florencia Aguerre Hospital Luis C. Lagomaggiore, Mendoza, Mendoza, Argentina
  • Ileana Rosalía Camardella Hospital Luis C. Lagomaggiore, Mendoza, Mendoza, Argentina

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.47196/da.v27i2.2234

Keywords:

superficial basal cell carcinoma

Abstract

Superficial basal cell carcinoma

  • Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most common malignant tumor. Basal keratinocyte drift. The superficial variety is the second most prevalent clinical subtype (30%).
  • Clinic: macula or erythematous plaque, well circumscribed.
  • It is located mainly on the trunk and limbs.
  • Dermoscopy: bright reddish-white structures, short and fine telangiectasias and multiple superficial ulcerations.
  • Treatment: surgery.

Author Biographies

  • Laura Cantú Parra, Hospital Luis C. Lagomaggiore, Mendoza, Mendoza, Argentina

    Dermatology Service

  • María Florencia Aguerre, Hospital Luis C. Lagomaggiore, Mendoza, Mendoza, Argentina

    Dermatology Service

  • Ileana Rosalía Camardella, Hospital Luis C. Lagomaggiore, Mendoza, Mendoza, Argentina

    Dermatology Service

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Published

2021-06-30

Issue

Section

Young Dermatologists