Abstract
Background: Using more than one therapeutic approach in the treatment of basal cell carcinomas (BCCs) has the potential to enhance cure rates. Materials and Methods: In this study, 57 nodular and superficial BCCs were curetted without electrodesiccation. One week later, imiquimod 5% cream therapy was initiated once daily 5 times per week for 6 weeks. At 1-year follow-up, 0 of 57 BCCs (0%) had clinical recurrences. Cosmetic results were very good to excellent. Conclusion: Combination therapy with imiquimod 5% cream followed by curettage represents an effective method for treating BCCs with a high cure rate.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | s15-s16 |
| Journal | Journal of Drugs in Dermatology |
| Volume | 7 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| State | Published - Jan 2008 |
| Externally published | Yes |