Basal cell carcinoma secondary prevention
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Saarah T. Alkhairy, M.D.
Overview
A skin biopsy and chemotherapeutic agents such as 5-Fluorouracil or Imiquimod may prevent the further development of basal cell carcinoma.
Basal Cell Carcinoma Secondary Prevention
- Skin biopsy
- To view the biopsy algorithm of a suspected lesion , click here
- To view the biopsy algorithm of a suspected lesion , click here
- Chemotherapeutic agents such as 5-Fluorouracil or Imiquimod
- It is usually recommended to individuals with extensive sun damage, history of multiple skin cancers, or precancerous growths
- It is often repeated every 2 to 3 years