Skin Cancer: Nasal Reconstruction and Scar Management
Question: I’m having skin cancer removed from my nose. How long should I expect to have before my scar is noticeable? Case Study The patient is a male in his…
Squamous Cell Carcinoma: Reconstruction of the Scalp
I’ve had a large squamous cell cancer on my scalp. I would like it removed but I am also concerned about the defect. What should I do? Case Study The…
Basal Cell Cancer: Reconstruction of the Nose
I had a small bump on my nose that my dermatologist said was basal cell cancer. I had it resected and now I have a huge hole in my nose.…
Figure 2: The large defect after Mohs excision of the basal cell carcinoma of the nose.
Basal Cell Carcinoma of the Nose and Nasal Reconstruction
I have a small bump on my nose. My doctor says it is basal cell carcinoma and I should have it removed. What should I expect to happen when I…
Figure 1: Patient with partial removal of tumor after Mohs Surgery
Basal Cell Cancer: Nasal Reconstruction
Do I need a forehead flap for my nasal reconstruction after removal of a basal cell skin cancer? Case Study The patient is a 56-year-old male who was diagnosed with…
Figure 1: Basal cell carcinoma seen with characteristic shiny pearl-like appearance with area of central ulceration. This lesion was located on the patients forehead.
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Basal cell carcinoma (BCC), the most common form of skin cancer, is also the most common type of cancer overall in the United States. BCC is a slow growing…
Figure 1: High-risk skin cancer lesion on the bridge of the nose exhibiting poorly defined borders. This lesion would typically be a good candidate for Mohs surgery.
Mohs Micrographic Surgery
Is Mohs surgery right for my skin cancer? Question: I was recently diagnosed with a skin cancer lesion on my cheek. After biopsy I was told that my lesion…