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1Department of Dermatology, Tufts Medical Center, Boston, MA, USA. nbotto@tuftsmedicalcenter.org
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology : JDD
|May 9, 2013
Summary
This review covers non-surgical treatments for basal cell carcinoma (BCC), including topical, photodynamic, and oral therapies. These nontraditional options are becoming increasingly important for dermatologists as skin cancer rates rise.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Oncology
- Evidence-based Medicine
Background:
- Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is a prevalent form of skin cancer.
- The increasing incidence of skin cancer necessitates exploration of diverse treatment options.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review nontraditional, nonsurgical treatment modalities for basal cell carcinoma (BCC).
- To assess the existing evidence supporting these therapies in various clinical scenarios.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of nonsurgical treatments for BCC.
- Analysis of evidence for topical chemotherapies, photodynamic therapy, oral therapies, and complementary therapies.
Main Results:
- Nonsurgical modalities like topical chemotherapies, photodynamic therapy, and oral agents are discussed.
- Evidence supporting these nontraditional treatments varies, with some lacking FDA approval for BCC.
Conclusions:
- Nonsurgical treatments for basal cell carcinoma are gaining relevance.
- These modalities represent an expanding part of the dermatologist's therapeutic options for managing BCC.
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