Basal-cell carcinoma of the eyelid

Object numberGC.1085
TitleBasal-cell carcinoma of the eyelid
DescriptionBasal-cell carcinoma of the eyelid
The preparation is a portion of the right eyelids, showing a basal-cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer
Removed from a male aged 60, after nine years duration. The carcinoma had spread to the eyelids from the zygomatic region. The surface of the tumour is irregular, warty and granular.
Production date 1826 - 1830
Production periodNineteenth century, early
Object nameSKIN, eyelids
Object categoryAnatomical, specimen
Dimensions
- Height: 6 cm
Width: 4.5 cm
Depth: 3 cm