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- Title
Ultrasound features of high-risk basal cell carcinoma: a systematic review.
- Authors
Khan, Raza; Ahmed, Amna; Khachemoune, Amor
- Abstract
Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC) is the most prevalent skin cancer and continues to witness a surge in incidence rates. The categorization of BCC subtypes into low or high risk, guided by recurrence and invasiveness metrics, underscores the need for precise differentiation. While the punch biopsy remains the gold standard for diagnosis, its invasiveness prompts a need for non-invasive alternatives. Ultrasound (US) has emerged as a noteworthy candidate, gaining momentum in its potential to offer a less intrusive diagnostic approach. We conducted a systematic review regarding features of the high-risk subtypes of BCC on US. A thorough literature search of PubMed Medline, Embase, and CINAHL databases was conducted according to PRISMA guidelines and a total of nine studies meeting our inclusion criteria were included in this review. Evidence is still nascent but US features such as lesional shape, depth, hyperechoic spots, and color doppler may be helpful in differentiating high-risk BCC subtypes. However, further prospective studies with standardized interventions and outcome measures are required.
- Subjects
BASAL cell carcinoma; SKIN cancer; CINAHL database; ULTRASONIC imaging
- Publication
Archives of Dermatological Research, 2024, Vol 316, Issue 6, p1
- ISSN
0340-3696
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1007/s00403-024-02949-7