low-risk BCCs can be removed by each of the three groups of healthcare professionals working in the community
The guidance describes which low-risk BCCs can be removed by each of the three groups of healthcare professionals working in the community (and in which groups of patients). It explains when specialist skin cancer teams should be involved in care and treatment. Following a discussion with your healthcare professional, you should be referred to (offered an appointment with) a member of a specialist skin cancer team if:
•you are below the age of 25
•you have a weakened immune system or an inherited condition called Gorlin’s syndrome
•there is any doubt about the risk your tumour presents
•your healthcare professional does not have the necessary skills and knowledge to treat your low-risk BCC in the community.
Why has NICE said this?
•NICE has made these recommendations to make sure that healthcare professionals have the knowledge and skills needed for the risk level of each BCC they diagnose and treat.
What does this mean for me?
•You should only have your low-risk BCC diagnosed and removed by a healthcare professional in the community if they have the knowledge and skills to provide this service and have been accredited to do so. You should ask your healthcare professional to discuss treatment choices with you.
The guidance describes which low-risk BCCs can be removed by each of the three groups of healthcare professionals working in the community (and in which groups of patients). It explains when specialist skin cancer teams should be involved in care and treatment. Following a discussion with your healthcare professional, you should be referred to (offered an appointment with) a member of a specialist skin cancer team if:
•you are below the age of 25
•you have a weakened immune system or an inherited condition called Gorlin’s syndrome
•there is any doubt about the risk your tumour presents
•your healthcare professional does not have the necessary skills and knowledge to treat your low-risk BCC in the community.
Why has NICE said this?
•NICE has made these recommendations to make sure that healthcare professionals have the knowledge and skills needed for the risk level of each BCC they diagnose and treat.
What does this mean for me?
•You should only have your low-risk BCC diagnosed and removed by a healthcare professional in the community if they have the knowledge and skills to provide this service and have been accredited to do so. You should ask your healthcare professional to discuss treatment choices with you.
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