Clear Cell Basal Cell Carcinoma Case Report
Author Information
Author(s): Deba P. Sarma, Daniel Olson, Jennifer Olivella, Tracey Harbert, Bo Wang, Stephanie Ortman
Primary Institution: Creighton University Medical Center
Hypothesis
The pathogenesis and clinical significance of clear cell basal cell carcinoma (BCC) are unclear.
Conclusion
Clear cell BCC is a rare variant of BCC, and accurate identification may affect treatment and prognosis.
Supporting Evidence
- Clear cell basal cell carcinoma is a rare variant of basal cell carcinoma.
- The lesion was completely excised with clear margins.
- The patient remains free of any recurrence three years later.
Takeaway
A 65-year-old man had a rare type of skin cancer called clear cell basal cell carcinoma, which looks different from regular skin cancer and needs special attention.
Methodology
The case involved a shave biopsy and histopathologic examination, along with immunohistochemical studies.
Limitations
The underlying mechanisms of clear cell basal cell carcinoma remain unknown.
Participant Demographics
65-year-old male
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