Basal cell carcinoma: Histopathological gamut

Abstract

Introduction: Basal cell carcinoma is the most common cutaneous malignancy which is exclusively observed on sun exposed and hair bearing areas of the face. Diagnosis: We report two rare cases of basal cell carcinoma, which presented as a diagnostic challenge because of rare histopathology. Findings: Both cases showed pigmentation, while one case resembled adenoid cystic carcinoma because of the glandular and ductal pattern of basaloid cells. Result: We present these cases because of rare histopathologic presentation.

Keywords

• adenoid type
• basal cell carcinoma
• histopathology
• pigmented