Mohs Micrographic Surgery
Mohs Micrographic Surgery is a precise surgical technique used to treat skin cancer. During the procedure, a dermatologist removes the visible cancerous tissue and then examines it under a microscope to check for remaining cancer cells. If any cells are found, more tissue is removed until no cancerous cells remain. This method allows for the complete removal of cancer while preserving as much healthy skin as possible, making it particularly effective for cancers in sensitive areas like the face. The process minimizes recurrence and is often performed in an outpatient setting.
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Mohs micrographic surgery is a precise surgical technique used to remove skin cancer. During the procedure, the doctor removes the cancerous skin layer by layer, examining each layer under a microscope for cancer cells. If cancer is found, additional layers are removed until no cancer remains. This method minimizes the removal of healthy skin, providing effective treatment while preserving as much surrounding tissue as possible. It is particularly useful for cancers in sensitive areas, like the face, where cosmetic outcomes are important. Mohs surgery often results in a high cure rate and less need for reconstruction.