Basal Cell Carcinoma: Advances in Treatment and Research, edited and written by leaders with expertise in cutaneous oncology, dermatopathology, dermatology, Mohs micrographic surgery, head and neck surgery, oculoplastic surgery and radiation oncology,provides a comprehensive overview of evidence-based treatment approaches for the most common cancer worldwide - basal cell carcinoma. The first part of this book details the epidemiology, risk factors, pathophysiology, and different histologic subtypes of basal cell carcinoma highlighted with high-resolution histopathology images. The second part of the book provides an in-depth review of different treatment modalities including topical therapy, local immunotherapy with interferon, cryotherapy, electrodesiccation and curettage, radiotherapy, and surgical approaches with Mohs micrographic surgery, head and neck surgery, and oculoplastic surgery. The final part of book highlights the utilization of innovative technology such as photodynamic therapy and laser for the treatment of basal cell carcinoma as well as emerging systemic therapeutic options including hedgehog pathway inhibitors and immunotherapy for the difficult-to-treat disease state, advanced basal cell carcinoma.

Dr. Migden, professor, departments of dermatology and head and neck surgery at MD Anderson Cancer Center, specializes in Mohs micrographic surgery, complex reconstruction, and clinical research in cutaneous oncology. He is the principal investigator of various clinical trials that evaluate the use of hedgehog pathway inhibitors and immunotherapy for advanced nonmelanoma skin cancer, devices for detection of cutaneous malignancy and methods for documenting skin biopsy site location for treatment. His research has been published in the New England Journal of Medicine, Lancet Oncology, and other high impact peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Migden is the author of multiple book chapters and speaks nationally and internationally on cutaneous reconstruction, hedgehog pathway inhibitors, immunotherapy therapy, and the use of digital media in surgical education.

Dr. Chen received his medical degree from the University of Texas McGovern Medical School at Houston and continued his fellowship training for Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology (Mohs) at MD Anderson Cancer Center after completing dermatology residency at the MD Anderson Cancer Center/University of Texas McGovern Medical School combined program. Dr. Chen’s deep passion for cutaneous oncology has led him to author numerous research manuscripts, and his research has been presented at national and international dermatology meetings. His clinical interests include treating skin cancers with both surgical and non-surgical modalities.