Management of basal cell carcinoma

: Basal cell carcinoma is a major public health problem, because its incidence is high and due to its relationship to sun exposure. Early detection is pivotal in reducing its morbidity and an adequate therapeutic approach enables definitive healing of the disease in most cases. Conventional and micrographic surgery both are gold standard for non-superficial forms of the tumor. Other therapies are available or are under investigation, ranging from radiotherapy to modalities based on the understanding of molecular events leading to tumor development.