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This study evaluates the reasons for delays in care in this patient population.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A retrospective review of patients with GBCC of the face (&gt;5\u2009cm) treated at a tertiary care academic center from January 2003 to May 2024 was conducted. The clinical course, time to presentation, insurance type, and geographic factors were analyzed to identify causes for delay. Telephone interviews assessed reasons for delays in care. The Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) was administered and compared with a control group.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>\n                      A total of 39 patients with GBCC were identified; 16 patients consented to interviews. The average lesion length was 64.5\u2009mm. 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