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A surgery involving cutting away thin layers of the skin to look for signs of — or to treat — skin cancer. This micrographic surgery has a high cure rate and minimizes damage to healthy skin.
What is it?
Mohs surgery stands as the most successful method for addressing typical non-melanoma skin cancers such as basal cell and squamous cell carcinoma. This surgical procedure removes the cancerous cells while preserving the healthy tissue, resulting in minimal scarring. After the cancerous cells and affected tissue layers are excised, a pathologist will then immediately analyze the samples in a lab.
Given its impressive efficacy, Mohs surgery is principally recommended for patients with high-risk non-melanoma skin cancer (high-risk skin cancers are found on the nose, eyelids, lips, ears, hands, feet, and genitals).
The Mohs surgeons at Buckeye Dermatology are fellowship trained with extensive experience. We offer Mohs surgery at our offices in Dublin and Grove City, Ohio.
What to expect
During Mohs surgery, you will undergo a precise procedure to systematically eliminate skin cancer, prioritizing the preservation of healthy tissue. This method entails the gradual removal of thin layers of skin, each of which is scrutinized under a microscope until all cancerous cells are eradicated. To minimize discomfort, local anesthesia is typically administered directly to the targeted area. Following the surgery, you might encounter swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort, all of which can typically be alleviated with pain relief medication and diligent wound care. Subsequent appointments may be required to monitor your healing process and confirm the effectiveness of the procedure.