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The term “basal cell” refers to the histological resemblance of the tumour cells to those of the basal cells of the epidermis and its appendages and the term “carcinoma” refers to the growth of the tumour that may result in significant local destruction and disfigurement, if not treated adequately.
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Roseeuw, D., Katsambas, A.D. (2000). Basal Cell Carcinoma. In: Katsambas, A.D., Lotti, T.M. (eds) European Handbook of Dermatological Treatments. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-662-03835-2_12
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