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Socioeconomic Implications of CSCC and BCC
Experts explore the socioeconomic impact of CSCC and BCC, and which late-stage patients will derive the greatest benefit from hedgehog inhibitors, immunotherapies, and other emerging treatments.
EP: 1.Prevalence of Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma (CSCC) & Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
EP: 2.Immunotherapy Landscape in cSCC and BCC
EP: 3.Immunotherapy and Radiation Therapy in cSCC and BCC
EP: 4.Immunotherapy Barriers: Multidisciplinary Approach in cSCC and BCC
EP: 5.Coordination of Care: Interdisciplinary Immunotherapy Challenges in Nonmelanoma Skin Cancers
EP: 6.Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Best Practices for CSCC and BCC Management
EP: 7.Dermatologists and Immunotherapy: Managing Patient Expectations
EP: 8.Monitoring Immunotherapy Toxicities in CSCC and BCC
EP: 9.Staging Disease and Risk Stratification in CSCC and BCC
EP: 10.Targeted Therapy: Hedgehog Inhibitors in BCC
EP: 11.Socioeconomic Implications of CSCC and BCC
EP: 12.Immunosuppression in CSCC and BCC Treatment
EP: 13.Updates in Therapeutics for Nonmelanoma Skin Cancers
EP: 14.Concluding Thoughts on the Future of CSCC and BCC Care
This is a video synopsis/summary of a Peer Exchange involving Jason Luke, MD, FACP; Christopher Barker, MD; Omid Hamid, MD; Vishal Patel, MD; and Catherine Pisano, MD.
Pisano noted that patients presenting with advanced cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (cSCC) and basal cell carcinoma (BCC) often have limited health care access and resources. While immunotherapy dramatically benefits these individuals, high out-of-pocket costs can be prohibitive without insurance coverage or patient assistance programs. She advised avoiding hedgehog inhibitors for malnourished and/or economically disadvantaged BCC patients given the additional toxicity concerns that may worsen nutritional status. Hamid emphasized the importance of corporate-sponsored patient assistance programs and co-pay support in accessing therapies. He also stressed educating patients on the realities of systemic treatment, as many view skin cancers as easily resolved by surgery alone. The extensive monitoring and potential adverse effects associated with targeted and immune-based medications differs greatly from this perception.
Video synopsis is AI-generated and reviewed by AJMC® editorial staff.
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