Pollo T, Rabay FMDO, de Lima EMA, Gonçalves FDR, Mandelbaum SH. Subungual Basal Cell Carcinoma: A Rare Nail Tumor with a Challenging Diagnosis.
Skin Appendage Disord 2019;
5:251-253. [PMID:
31367605 DOI:
10.1159/000496707]
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Abstract
Subungual basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is a rare disorder associated with many factors, including contact with some topical and oral substances. A differential diagnosis and an early approach are important to minimize the functional damage of the limbs affected by this type of tumor. We report a case of subungual BCC in a 70-year-old woman that was managed by surgical excision. The patient's medical history included the previous use of arsenic. We emphasize the contribution of an early diagnosis to achieve better treatment results in this instance.
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