Mohs Surgery
The Moh’s technique is a specialized way of removing skin cancer where the least amount of non-cancerous tissue is excised, while allowing for all the microscopic cancer cells to be removed. It is performed by detailed mapping and onsite microscopic exam of the removed skin. The defect is immediately reconstructed to allow for the most aesthetic outcome. The Moh’s technique allows for a 95% cure rate and is the procedure of choice for many of the skin cancers.
There are many types of skin cancer, but the most common are basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and malignant melanoma.
Basal cell is the most common type of skin cancer and often found on the face. It usually presents as a raised red or brown lesion with pearly borders that raised and ulcerated and bleeds easily. They are the most common type representing 80% of all skin cancers.
Squamous cell carcinoma is often found on the hands and arms and eyelids. It presents as a rough flaky red or pink patch of skin, comprising 16% of skin cancers.
Melanoma is the most dangerous form of skin cancer. It presents as a dark mole that has changed appearance, by involving any or of the following: asymmetry (if split in half one half is different then the other), irregular, not smooth border, color changes within the mole, and a diameter greater than a pencil eraser. If not detected early this cancer may metastasize and could lead to death. Most cancers are treatable if caught early. Regular skin exams minimizing sun exposure and always wearing sunscreen are the best prevention.
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