Mohs Mapping in the Cloud: An Innovative Method for Mapping Tissue in Mohs Surgery

Area of Science:

• Dermatology
• Surgical Oncology
• Medical Informatics

Background:

• Mohs micrographic surgery (MMS) is a gold standard for skin cancer treatment.
• Accurate mapping of excised tissue is crucial for MMS success.
• Traditional mapping methods have evolved from drawings to digital photography.

Purpose of the Study:

• To introduce and evaluate a novel cloud-based mapping system for Mohs micrographic surgery.
• To assess the efficiency and accuracy of digital photographic mapping via cloud storage.

Main Methods:

• Utilized Samsung and LG tablets for capturing tissue maps during MMS procedures.
• Saved maps to a cloud platform in real-time from operating rooms.
• Mohs technicians downloaded, processed maps, and re-uploaded for surgeon review.

Main Results:

• Implemented a cloud-based system for digital photographic mapping in MMS.
• Demonstrated the system's capability for real-time map updates and accessibility.
• Facilitated efficient data transfer between operating room and laboratory.

Conclusions:

• Cloud-based Mohs mapping represents a significant advancement in tissue tracking.
• This method is easy, fast, and accurate, aligning with modern digital technologies.
• The system supports the evolving landscape of web-based surgical documentation.