Journal of Clinical & Experimental Dermatology Research
Open Access

Mohs micrographic surgery

8^th Clinical Dermatology Congress

August 24-25, 2016 Sao Paulo, Brazil

Amor Khachemoune

Baltimore Veteran Affairs Hospital, USA

Posters & Accepted Abstracts: J Clin Exp Dermatol Res

Abstract :

Mohs micrographic surgery (MMS) is a method of excision that provides complete microscopic control of tumor margins and offers cure rates superior to those of other treatment options. It is most commonly used for cutaneous malignancies and can be used for benign neoplasms in special situations. It is a meticulous technique performed by a physician skilled in cutaneous surgery and pathology, in which horizontal frozen histologic sections of the surgical margins of the excised tumor are generated for the most complete microscopic examination possible. Residual malignant extensions of the margins are mapped and excised selectively until the entire tumor is removed. This selective removal of malignant tissue allows preservation of healthy tissue and thus smaller defects. Defects may be repaired immediately, allowed to heal by second intention or undergo delayed reconstruction. MMS is usually per�¬formed in an outpatient setting over several hours using local anesthesia. In this presentation, all steps of MMS will be reviewed. Pitfalls and MMS use in rare or challenging situations will be presented and discussed.

Biography :

Email: amorkh@gmail.com