Mohs micrographic surgery for mucocutaneous malignancies.

Oral Maxillofac Surg Clin North Am

Department of Dermatology, Christie Clinic, 101 West University Avenue, Champaign, IL 61820, USA.

Published: May 2005

AI Article Synopsis

  • Mohs' micrographic surgery is a technique used to remove skin tumors, ensuring the removal of cancerous cells while preserving healthy tissue.
  • The surgeon handles the entire process, from surgery to examining tissue samples, to confirm that no cancer remains.
  • It boasts the lowest recurrence rate compared to other surgical methods and is often the best choice for certain skin cancers.

Article Abstract

Mohs' micrographic surgery is a surgical technique developed for removal of mucocutaneous malignancies. The surgeon integrates the responsibilities of surgery, specimen orientation and preparation, and microscopic interpretation to determine tumor-free margins. It has the lowest recurrence rate of all surgical techniques while conserving the most tumor-free skin. In selected cases it is the preferred method for treating carcinomas.

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http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.coms.2005.02.003DOI Listing

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