Basal Cell Carcinoma: The Daily PANCE Blueprint
Which of the following is the most common type of basal cell carcinoma?
A. Superficial
B. Nodular
C. Infiltrative
D. Morpheaform
E. Pigmented
Answer and topic summary
The answer is B. Nodular
Basal cell carcinoma is a skin cancer with low metastatic potential. It commonly occurs on the face (70% of the time). There are different types of BCC (nodular vs. superficial vs. infiltrative). However, nodular is the most common (80%), and typical characteristics you may see include a papule with a rolled border, pearly-like look, flesh-colored, and telangiectasia. Risk factors for BCC include UV radiation, certain genes, inherited disorders etc.
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