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How Successful Is Mohs Micrographic Surgery For Treating Skin Cancer?

what is mohs micrographic surgery? has it been succcesful in treating skin cancers? how long has it been used? are there risk factors? My husband has been diagnosed with some areas on his scalp and will be consulting with Dr. JeffreyBortz in Walnut Creek CA in a few days.in the past he has had other similar cancers removed. my email is currently down as my ancient Mac is dying. Can answers be Faxed? the fax # is (925) 0000.Thank you for any information you can provide. Heidi Hill
Mon, 27 Jan 2014
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Thanks for your query.
Mohs micrographic surgery is an excellent modality for early skin cancers and produce good results in experienced hands. It can also be used for recurrent cancers.
Hope this helps.
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How Successful Is Mohs Micrographic Surgery For Treating Skin Cancer?

Hi Thanks for your query. Mohs micrographic surgery is an excellent modality for early skin cancers and produce good results in experienced hands. It can also be used for recurrent cancers. Hope this helps. Regards