Association of the Depth of Invasion With Recurrence Rates of Basal Cell Carcinoma in a Tertiary Health Care Facility: A Retrospective Study Over a Period of Six Years
Abstract:BackgroundBasal cell carcinoma (BCC) is one of the most common types of cutaneous malignancies and the most frequently occurring form of cancer worldwide. The incidence of basal cell carcinoma is difficult to determine due to its wide geographic variations; however, it has been increasing worldwide with an annual increase of 7% in the number of reported cases. Although BCC is more prevalent in the aging population, diagnosis in younger individuals is steadily increasing. BCC has overall low mortality, however,… Show more
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