Dense inflammation does not mask residual primary basal cell carcinoma during Mohs micrographic surgery - 02/09/11
Abstract |
Background: Areas of dense inflammation are commonly removed during Mohs micrographic surgery for basal cell carcinoma because of the concern that they may mask areas of tumor. Objective: Our purpose was to determine whether inflammation masks tumor during Mohs surgery for primary basal cell carcinoma. Methods: Twenty-five consecutive cases of primary basal cell carcinoma with areas of dense inflammation encountered during Mohs surgery were sectioned and stained with hematoxylin and eosin and Ber-EP4. Results: In no cases did the dense inflammation mask residual tumor. Conclusion: Dense inflammation does not mask primary basal cell carcinoma during Mohs surgery and should be carefully evaluated before additional surgery is performed. (J Am Acad Dermatol 2001;45:231-8.)
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| J Am Acad Dermatol 2001;45:231-8 |
Vol 45 - N° 2
P. 231-238 - août 2001 Retour au numéro
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