Mohs' surgery, fresh-tissue technique. Our technique with a review

Area of Science:

• Dermatology
• Surgical Oncology
• Pathology

Background:

• Mohs surgery is a specialized technique for skin cancer removal.
• Traditional Mohs surgery often involves chemical fixation of fresh tissue.
• Chemical fixation can introduce artifacts and alter tissue morphology.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present a modified fresh-tissue technique for Mohs surgery.
• To discuss the developmental background and advantages of the modified technique.
• To advocate for the adoption of this refined method.

Main Methods:

• Modification of the standard fresh-tissue Mohs surgery technique.
• Elimination of the chemical fixative step.
• Detailed discussion of procedural refinements.

Main Results:

• The modified technique successfully obviates the need for chemical fixatives.
• Preservation of fresh tissue morphology is enhanced.
• Potential for improved diagnostic accuracy and surgical outcomes.

Conclusions:

• The modified fresh-tissue Mohs surgery technique offers significant advantages.
• Eliminating chemical fixatives simplifies the procedure and preserves tissue integrity.
• This technique is advocated for all cutaneous carcinomas treated with Mohs surgery.