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82. year old pt. recently had a growth on the top of his foot removed by a dermatologist the pathology results came back a basil cell carcinoma. on the follow up visit additional tissue was removed around the borders, the pathology results demonstrate
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Question truncated.: Your question was too long so got cut off. The path results should demonstrate that the margins are clear of tumor. Otherwise the surgeon will be tracking him down for a repeat excision.
Answered 9/10/2012
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Ok - your question : Was unfortunately cut off, however, if there is any question the borders are not completely free of the carcinoma you need to see a dermatologist who specializes in moh's surgery.
Answered 9/28/2016
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