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. 2010 Apr;3(4):39-48.

Management of high-risk cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma

Lorraine Jennings  1 , Chrysalyne D Schmults
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Management of high-risk cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma

Lorraine Jennings et al. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2010 Apr.

Abstract

Cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma is an increasing public health concern, representing the second most common cancer in the United States. High-risk cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma represents a subgroup of this disease, where patients are at higher risk of metastasis and death. To date, there are no accepted criteria for defining or managing these patients. This review discusses the current state of knowledge of high-risk cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma and outlines reasonable management strategies based on available data.

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