PMC4314886_01
Basal cell carcinoma (H and E, x100)
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F1
The ulcer was biopsied and histological investigation revealed basal cell carcinoma (BCC) with deep invasion into the dermis [Figure 1].
Ulcerated basal cell carcinoma on the arm
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F2
On clinical examination, it was noted that besides the large crusted ulcer of confirmed BCC on the arm [Figure 2], there were several other loci of evolving tumors on the patient's back [Figures 3 and 4].
Several foci of basal cell carcinoma within the epidermal nevus on the back
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F3
On clinical examination, it was noted that besides the large crusted ulcer of confirmed BCC on the arm [Figure 2], there were several other loci of evolving tumors on the patient's back [Figures 3 and 4].
Close-up view
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F4
On clinical examination, it was noted that besides the large crusted ulcer of confirmed BCC on the arm [Figure 2], there were several other loci of evolving tumors on the patient's back [Figures 3 and 4].