What is Mohs micrographic surgery?

Cutaneous neoplasms that develop on the head & neck are more likely to recur and metastasize via lymphatics to regional lymph nodes. It may not be possible to excise some MCCs on the face with a margin of at least 2 cm. For these reasons, your doctor may refer you to Mohs micrographic surgery. Mohs micrographic surgery allows for conservation of skin to maintain function and appearance of sensitive areas of the body (face). Complete removal of the MCC is evaluated under the microscope during surgery. The analysis of published studies on the treatment of MCC suggests that radiation therapy needs to be added to Mohs micrographic surgery to optimize control of the disease. Addition of radiation therapy to Mohs micrographic surgery appears to cut recurrence by roughly one-half

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