Dermatologic Surgery
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Mohs surgery workforce continues to increase
“If the attrition rate remains stable, even with changes in board certification and potential payor eligibility restrictions, the number of...
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Mohs surgery improves survival in early-stage Merkel cell carcinoma
The findings were from a retrospective cohort study of 2,313 patients diagnosed from 2004 to 2018 with pathologically confirmed negative lymph...
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Controlled hyperthermia: Novel treatment of BCCs without surgery continues to be refined
A novel, noninvasive technique of controlled hyperthermia and mapping protocol designed to help clinicians with margin assessment and treatment of...
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Best practices document outlines genitourinary applications of lasers and energy-based devices
One research firm estimated that the global women’s health and wellness market is valued at more than $31 billion globally.
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What are the main reasons patients sue dermatologists?
Of the cases studied, 56% were dismissed prior to trial, while 44% resulted in a judgment for the plaintiff.
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Ten-year analysis finds relatively low complication rate from fractional resurfacing lasers
“Today, ablative and nonablative fractional resurfacing lasers are used for a broad range of indications,” Dr. David A. Hashemi said.
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Study compares noninvasive treatments of cutaneous neurofibromas
The epidermis overlying cNF is normal, “so there is no reason to use nonselective or surgical methods and destroy a perfectly good epidermis when...
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Study suggests narrow excision margins safe in early melanoma resection
There were no significant differences in 10-year local recurrence rates or melanoma-specific mortality following excision with 5 mm vs. 10 mm...
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Optimal management of dysplastic nevi continues to evolve
“Misdiagnosis is more common for melanomas that have been assessed with punch and shave biopsies than with an excisional biopsy,” Dr. Benjamin...
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Dermoscopy, other modalities for improving melanoma diagnoses reviewed
The learning curve for dermoscopy is steep, he added, and whether the technique should be considered a first-line tool or as a supplement to other...
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Screen all patients for cannabis use before surgery: Guideline
Patients who regularly use cannabis may experience worse pain and nausea after surgery and may require more opioid analgesia.