Precision Surgical Care and Skin Cancer Treatment

Electrodessication and curettage (ED&C) is a common, minimally invasive procedure used to treat certain types of skin cancer. It involves gently scraping away abnormal tissue with a curette, followed by the application of an electric current to destroy remaining cancer cells and control bleeding. This process may be repeated to ensure thorough treatment.

Surgical excision is a common and effective treatment for many types of skin cancer. During the procedure, the visible tumor is carefully removed along with a margin of surrounding healthy tissue to ensure complete elimination of cancer cells. The area is then typically closed with sutures, and the tissue sent to a laboratory for analysis to confirm clear margins. Surgical excision is performed under local anesthesia and offers high cure rates, particularly for well-defined or deeper skin cancers.

Mohs surgery is a highly specialized, precise procedure used to treat certain types of skin cancer. It involves removing cancerous tissue in thin layers, which are immediately examined under a microscope. This process is repeated until only cancer-free tissue remains, allowing for complete removal of the cancer while preserving as much healthy skin as possible. Mohs surgery offers the highest cure rates and is especially effective for cancers in sensitive or visible areas, such as the face.