Question 44 (part 2) · LEK · Non-melanoma skin lesions

Indicate factors that worsen the prognosis for basal cell carcinoma cure:

1) tumour diameter over/ above 1 cm.
2) tumour diameter over/ above 2 cm.
3) location on the scalp.
4) location in the H area;
5) location on the inner side of hands and feet.
The correct answer is:
  1. A. 1,3,4.
  2. B. 2,3,5.
  3. C. 1,2,5.
  4. D. 2,3,4.
  5. E. 1,3,5.
Hint

Recall the high-risk features of basal cell carcinoma: the size cut-off used in staging and facial or head zones with more recurrences.

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