Non-melanoma skin cancer

The non-melanoma skin cancers (NMSC) basal cell carcinoma (BCC) and cutaneous squamous (cSCC) account for the vast majority of global cancer diagnoses. Although mortality rate is low, tumour burden can cause significant morbidity from local compression invasion. Aetiological factors include external influences, namely exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation as well other carcinogens individual predisposition susceptibility these factors. Management consists mainly surgical excision or one numerous non-surgical methods, choice which should be tailored patient Newer immunological therapies may have a role in advanced refractory cases. Guidance management NMSC UK provided by British Association Dermatologists.