Basal Cell Carcinoma Fast Five Quiz: How Familiar Are You With Identification and Treatment?

Shabir Bhimji, MD, PhD

July 02, 2014

Nodular BCC is the most common type and usually presents as a round, pearly, flesh-colored papule with telangiectases. More than 60% of BCCs belong to this subtype. As it enlarges, it frequently ulcerates centrally, leaving a raised, pearly border with telangiectases, which aids in making the diagnosis. Fine vessels may bleed, resulting in hemosiderin deposition.

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