Non-melanoma skin cancer clinical guidelines
New Zealand guidelines
The New Zealand Skin Cancer Doctors Society has developed practical clinical guidance for squamous cell carcinoma and basal cell carcinoma.
These concise guidelines cover:
- Follow-up recommendations
- High-risk criteria
Adapted from Australasian and American sources, these guidelines are designed as a quick reference to support clinical decision-making.
The New Zealand Skin Cancer Doctors Society is the official society representing New Zealand skin cancer doctors
International guidelines
British Association of Dermatologists (BAD)
The British Association of Dermatologists produces a range of clinical guidelines using a process that is accredited by NICE. All guidelines are published in the British Journal of Dermatology and are free to access.
Guidelines are available for:
- Basal cell carcinoma
- Squamous cell carcinoma
- Actinic keratosis
- Squamous cell carcinoma in situ
American Academy of Dermatology Association (AAD)
The American Academy of Dermatology publishes evidence-based guidelines in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology (JAAD). These guidelines are free to access and provide comprehensive recommendations on the diagnosis, risk stratification, and management of non-melanoma skin cancers.
Guidelines are available for:
- Basal cell carcinoma
- Cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma
- Actinic keratosis