Basal cell carcinoma of the maxillofacial region: site distribution and incidence rates in Arab/Jordanians, 1991 to 2000

摘要: Abstract Purpose We sought to estimate the incidence rates and disease trends for basal cell carcinoma (BCC) of maxillofacial region in civilian population north Jordan. Methods A retrospective study was undertaken all BCCs diagnosed at Regional Histopathology Department during period 1991 2000. Results The age-adjusted rate BCC 1992 6.3:100,000, 2000, it 8.8:100,000. However, several were observed period. Age- gender-specific apparently increased Lesions most commonly seen on nose, facial skin, periorbital skin. proportions various anatomic sites that reviewed remained fairly constant over 10-year Conclusions In comparison with populations from other geographic areas, Jordan is low. Further studies are needed identify behavioral environmental factors contribute development determine whether changes diagnostic practices could account apparent rise this tumor recent years.