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Topical Imiquimod as a Treatment Option for Nodular Basal Cell Carcinoma: A Systematic Review.

Christina M HuangMark G Kirchhof
Published in: Journal of cutaneous medicine and surgery (2020)
Imiquimod showed clinical and histological clearance rates of over 70% for nBCC, with a recurrence rate of 1.80%. Although clearance rates are lower than surgery, IMQ can be considered as a treatment option for nBCC in those who decline or are unfit for surgical intervention.
Keyphrases
  • randomized controlled trial
  • basal cell carcinoma
  • minimally invasive
  • surgical site infection