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General Surgery

Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)

ICD-10 Code
C44.91

Surgical Criteria for Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC).

Clinical Presentation & Protocol

Patient Usually Complains Of

Patient presents for evaluation of a persistent, non-healing skin lesion located on the [Location]. The lesion was first noted [Duration] ago. Patient reports occasional bleeding, crusting, and slow enlargement. Denies pain, pruritus, or rapid growth. No history of prior treatment or biopsy at this site.

Clinical Examination Findings

Physical examination reveals a [Size in mm] pearly, translucent papule with telangiectatic vessels on the surface, located on the [Location]. Lesion exhibits rolled, elevated borders with central ulceration/crusting. No palpable regional lymphadenopathy. Surrounding skin shows signs of chronic actinic damage.

Treatment Protocol

Surgical excision of the lesion with [Margin in mm] mm clinical margins is indicated. Procedure performed under local anesthesia. Hemostasis achieved via electrocautery. Site closed with [Suture type/technique]. Specimen sent for histopathological confirmation. Post-operative wound care instructions provided.

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