Basal cell carcinoma spread by: (A) Lymphatics, (B) Haematogenous, (C) Direct spread, (D) None of the above
Answer is C. Basal cell carcinoma - Spread BCC usually spread by local invasion, rarely metastasizes Rodnet ulcer: It gradually destroys the tissues, it comes in contact with Lymphatic spread is not seen (Regional lymph nodes are not enlarged) Blood spread is extremely rare Ref: Sabiston 20th edition Pgno :748