Mohs surgery is a state-of-the-art treatment for skin cancer in which the physician serves as both pathologist and reconstructive surgeon. The success of this procedure relies on the precision and accuracy of a microscope to trace and ensure removal of skin cancer.

Mohs surgery has proven to be a highly successful form of treatment for several types of skin cancers. Other treatments include conventional excision, curettage and electrodessication (scraping and burning), cryotherapy (freezing) , and radiation therapy (x-ray treatments).

Mohs surgery is indicated for skin cancers that arise in critical locations on the face, grow rapidly, or have failed prior treatment. The technique provides the highest possible cure rate while minimizing the cosmetic impact.

Each stage of the procedure consists of excising the cancer containing tissue, processing the excised tissue in the lab, and examining the tissue under the microscope. Most cancers are completely removed in 1 or 2 stages. The wound is usually repaired on the same day.

Post surgical appointments will be necessary for suture removal and to monitor wound healing. After Mohs surgery it is important to continue skin care and skin cancer monitoring on a regular basis.

For more information on Mohs surgery go to www.mohscollege.org .

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