The significance of tumor persistence after incomplete excision of basal cell carcinoma - 01/09/11
Abstract |
Background: Physicians inevitably receive a pathology report after excision of a basal cell carcinoma that indicates that it is incompletely excised. The physician and patient are then left with the dilemma of whether immediate re-excision or close clinical follow-up is indicated. Objective: Our purpose was to identify characteristics of incompletely excised basal cell carcinomas that are at low risk for recurrence. Methods: We retrospectively reviewed the charts and pathology slides of all incompletely excised basal cell carcinomas from 1991 to 1994 in a university hospital tumor registry. Results: Incompletely excised basal cell carcinomas of superficial or nodular subtype, less than 1 cm in diameter, located anywhere except the nose or ears, with less than 4% marginal involvement on the initial inadequate excision had no evidence of tumor persistence. Conclusion: When physicians receive a pathology report indicating the incomplete excision of a basal cell carcinoma, they face the dilemma of further management. The majority of patients should undergo immediate re-excision or Mohs micrographic surgery because tumor persistence was found in 28% of cases. Occasionally, for a small group of select patients, close clinical follow-up may be indicated if the risk of recurrence is very low. (J Am Acad Dermatol 2002;46:549-53.)
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Reprint requests: Mary E. Maloney, MD, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Division of Dermatology, 55 Lake Ave North, Worcester, MA 01655. E-mail: maloneym@ummhc.org. |
Vol 46 - N° 4
P. 549-553 - avril 2002 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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