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On average how many ccs of lidocaine are used for a small mohs procedure?

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Lidocaine 2% ,no more than 1ml is needed in most cases if on soft tissue.

Answered 10/25/2021

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This will depend on the exact measurements of the lesion and surrounding hardness and spread if any.

Answered 11/6/2021

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