Neglected Giant Scalp Basal Cell Carcinoma

Neglected Giant Scalp Basal Cell Carcinoma

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Summary: Rarely, basal cell carcinoma grows to a giant size, invading the underlying deep tissue Boxers and complicating the treatment and reconstruction modalities.A giant basal cell carcinoma on the scalp is in some cases treated with a combination of surgery and radiation therapy, resulting in local control, a satisfactory long-term cosmetic and functional result.We present a case with a neglected basal cell scalp carcinoma, treated with wide excision and postoperative radiotherapy, reconstructed with a free latissimus dorsi flap.

The cosmetic result is acceptable and there is no sign of recurrence 1 Addition year postoperatively.