| Mohs surgery in Australia: A survey of work practices. | |
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PMID: 21605092 Owner: NLM Status: In-Data-Review |
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Background: Mohs micrographic surgery is the preferred treatment for certain skin cancers. It had already been considerably refined prior to its introduction into Australia in 1978, refinement has continued since. Documenting the work practices of Australian Mohs surgeons serves to clarify the current role of Mohs surgery and may help tailor future Mohs fellowship programs. Methods: A survey was conducted to investigate the characteristics and clinical practices of Australian Mohs surgeons, particularly as they relate to skin cancer management and aesthetic dermatology. Results: The typical Australian Mohs surgeon is male (90%), works in a group private practice (70%), and is aged 40-44 years (37%). Mohs surgery is generally reserved for tumours that are located on the head, neck, digits or genitals (98%), and flap reconstructions are the commonest repair types performed (48%). Laser and cosmetic injectable treatments form part of many Mohs surgeon's repertoires. Conclusion: Australian Mohs surgeons make an important contribution to the management of skin cancer in Australia and many are skilled in laser and cosmetic procedures. The increasing number of cases performed annually and the familiarity with laser and cosmetic therapies reinforces Australian dermatologists as leaders in these important areas of dermatology. |
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Tim Rutherford; Tim Elliott; Carl Vinciullo |
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Type: Journal Article Date: 2011-05-05 |
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Title: The Australasian journal of dermatology Volume: 52 ISSN: 1440-0960 ISO Abbreviation: Australas. J. Dermatol. Publication Date: 2011 May |
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Created Date: 2011-05-24 Completed Date: - Revised Date: - |
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Nlm Unique ID: 0135232 Medline TA: Australas J Dermatol Country: Australia |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 98-103 Citation Subset: IM |
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© 2011 The Authors. Australasian Journal of Dermatology © 2011 The Australasian College of Dermatologists. |
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Victorian Dermatology & Surgery, Melbourne, Victoria South Perth Skin Cancer Centre Oxford Day Surgery and Dermatology, Perth, Western Australia, Australia. |
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