Do you need reconstruction after Mohs surgery?

One of the reasons why Mohs micrographic surgery is becoming the new norm in skin cancer removal is that this procedure minimizes tissue trauma. Because only a small section of skin is removed at a time, tissue defects are kept to a minimum. Scarring is less, as is the need for reconstruction.

Does Medicare cover reconstruction after Mohs surgery?

Yes, all insurance plans, including Medicare, cover the costs associated with Mohs surgery reconstruction.

What is Post-Mohs reconstructive surgery?

Post-Mohs surgery is a type of reconstructive plastic surgery that can be done after skin-cancer lesions are removed with Mohs surgery. This reconstruction is done to optimize the appearance of the skin after surgery.

How do I take care of my skin after Mohs surgery?

Common best practices for promoting wound healing and minimizing scarring include the following:

Keep the Wound Covered with a Bandage.
Make Sure the Wound Stays Moist.
Limit Sun Exposure & Wear Sunscreen.
Explore Scar Revision Treatments When Healed.
Be Patient & Don’t Rush the Healing Process.

What happens if BCC goes untreated?

This type of skin cancer needs to be treated and has a high cure rate. If left untreated, basal cell carcinomas can become quite large, cause disfigurement, and in rare cases, spread to other parts of the body and cause death. Your skin covers your body and protects it from the environment.

How long does it take for Mohs scar to heal?

Depending upon the size, may take up to 4 to 6 weeks for the wound to heal completely, but infection, bleeding and pain are uncommon. Close the wound with sutures (stitches). This option is appropriate when scarring must be kept to a minimum or when the natural healing process would be inadequate.

Is the revolving door flap used in plastic surgery?

Background The revolving door flap, although well described in the literature, is not widely used in general plastic surgery practice. The flap has been used for anterior auricular and conchal defects and is considered elegant for its unique flap design and peculiarity of flap harvest.

Is there a pull through flap for an anterior auricular defect?

Some authors have proposed a staged interpolation, pull-through flap for this kind of anterior auricular defect.1–3Using the postauricular scalp, a cutaneous flap is incised and pulled through a slit incision at the distal portion of the anterior defect. The flap is inset and allowed to take before being divided in a second procedure.

Which is the best pedicle flap for an anterior auricle?

A subcutaneous, pull-through island pedicle flap is an ideal and versatile reconstructive choice for large defects of the anterior auricle that involve perichondrium. References 1. Johnson T, Fader D.

Do you need reconstruction after Mohs surgery? One of the reasons why Mohs micrographic surgery is becoming the new norm in skin cancer removal is that this procedure minimizes tissue trauma. Because only a small section of skin is removed at a time, tissue defects are kept to a minimum. Scarring is less, as is…