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Basal Cell Cancer
Findings in basal cell cancer reported from University of Aberdeen
September 23rd, 2008
According to a study from Scotland, "General practitioners (GPs) are not encouraged to excise basal cell carcinomas (BCCs). Despite this, as many of 10% of BCCs may be excised by GPs." "GPs may be able to have a greater role in the diagnosis and management of BCC, but much needs to be learnt before this can be advocated. To compare the practice of GPs, skin specialists (dermatologists and plastic surgeons) and other hospital specialists in excising BCCs. A retrospective analysis of all BCCs excised in the Grampian region between 1 January and 31 December 2005 was carried out In total, 1087 reports were rated for source, quality of clinical information provided and...
Source: Cancer Weekly (2008-09-23)
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