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Mohs' Micrographic Surgery: An advanced form of skin cancer removal

B A Lycka

    Canadian Family Physician Medecin De Famille Canadien
    |January 12, 2011
    PubMed

    Insights

    Mohs micrographic surgery effectively removes skin cancers like basal cell carcinoma by targeting contiguous tumor spread. This technique is increasingly used for other skin tumors, including melanoma.

    Area of Science:

    • Dermatology
    • Surgical Oncology

    Background:

    • Mohs micrographic surgery is a specialized technique for removing skin cancers.
    • The efficacy of Mohs surgery relies on the contiguous spread pattern of many cutaneous tumors.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe the principles and applications of Mohs micrographic surgery.
    • To highlight the expanding list of tumors suitable for Mohs surgery.

    Main Methods:

    • Surgical excision with complete microscopic margin examination.
    • Sequential removal and analysis of tumor margins.

    Main Results:

    • Basal cell carcinoma is a primary indication for Mohs surgery.
    • The application of Mohs surgery is expanding to include other cutaneous malignancies.

    Conclusions:

    • Mohs micrographic surgery is a highly effective treatment for specific skin cancers.
    • Melanoma is being considered as a potential candidate for Mohs surgical treatment.

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