Optical Coherence Tomography and Its Role in Mohs Micrographic Surgery: A Case Report
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- 1 January 2012
- journal article
- Published by S. Karger AG in Case Reports in Dermatology
- Vol. 4 (3) , 269-274
Abstract
Optical coherence tomography (OCT) is an imaging technology with the potential to provide high-resolution images of the skin non-invasively. With this device, it is possible to identify a host of skin structures including tumors. In this case report, we demonstrate the use of an OCT device in delineating a lateral tumor margin of an ill-defined basal cell carcinoma prior to Mohs micrographic surgery. Following surgery, the OCT images are compared to histologic sections to confirm their accuracy. OCT technology has the potential to be a vital tool for dermatologists and particularly Mohs surgeons in identifying tumor margins and potentially reducing the number of invasive procedures needed.Keywords
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