Advanced basal cell carcinomas appear preferentially on the scalp of patients with Basal Cell Carcinoma Nevus Syndrome

Basal cell carcinoma is the most frequent malignant neoplasm in white‐skinned individuals. It develops in different body areas, including in the scalp, which is a unique anatomical region due to the high number of pilosebaceous follicles; the scalp is protected from UV exposure, a main risk factor for basal cell carcinoma development. Moreover, scalp basal cell carcinoma has been described as more aggressive and difficult to treat than other forms of basal cell carcinoma. In this study, we reviewed the clinical and pathological characteristics, risk factors, genetics, and treatment options for scalp basal cell carcinoma to better understand this special type of cancer. Even though it is not yet clear whether scalp basal cell carcinomas represent a different entity, it seems important to give them special attention due to their potential aggressiveness, invasion capacities, tendency to relapse, and treatment difficulties.

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Scalp basal cell carcinoma: A different entity?

Castanheira

Soares

Boaventura

2019

Dermatologic Therapy

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Advanced basal cell carcinomas appear preferentially on the scalp of patients with Basal Cell Carcinoma Nevus Syndrome

Abstract: Advanced basal cell carcinomas appear preferentially on the scalp of patients with Basal Cell Carcinoma Nevus Syndrome

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Scalp basal cell carcinoma: A different entity?

Scalp basal cell carcinoma: A different entity?

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