From the ODAC Poster Hall | Antibiotic Prophylaxis in Mohs Surgery
Antibiotics are commonly prescribed before, during, or after Mohs surgery as a means of preventing infection. Postoperative oral antibiotics are frequently used for prophylaxis, and some clinicians also administer perioperative intra-incisional antibiotics or use topical agents for surgical site decolonization. Yet infections as a result of Mohs surgery are rare – only 2% of Mohs surgeries resu …
Antibiotics are commonly prescribed before, during, or after Mohs surgery as a means of preventing infection. Postoperative oral antibiotics are frequently used for prophylaxis, and some clinicians also administer perioperative intra-incisional antibiotics or use topical agents for surgical site decolonization. Yet infections as a result of Mohs surgery are rare – only 2% of Mohs surgeries resu … Continue reading "From the ODAC Poster Hall | Antibiotic Prophylaxis in Mohs Surgery"
Healing by secondary intention is a common technique in dermatologic surgery, especially in patients with large, round wounds. Yet the technique has its drawbacks, including increased bleeding risk early on in the healing process as well as a risk of poor cosmetic outcomes. A novel technique – the “Luis V” peripheral mesh closure – serves an alternative, improving healing and resulting in … 
In a transplant patient who has developed numerous of these lesions requiring Mohs, discussion with the patients transplant team regarding switching to which of the following medications may reduce risk deloping more of these in the future?
A. Sirolimus
B. Cyclosporine
C. Azathioprine
D. Voriconazole
E. Methotrexate
To find out the correct answer and read the explanation, click … 
A 68-year-old man presents for a full-body skin examination 2 days after undergoing Mohs micrographic surgery for a squamous cell carcinoma of the left helix. The patient has a second appointment with the Mohs surgeon in 20 days. However, the patient is extremely frustrated with the appearance of his ear and wants alternative therapies for his ear. Which of the following is the most appropriat … 
Next Steps in Derm, in partnership with ODAC Dermatology, Aesthetic & Surgical Conference, interviewed Dr. David Ozog, chair of the dermatology department at Henry Ford Hospital. Watch as Dr. Ozog outlines his approach to handling complications from dermatology procedures. He believes communication may very well be the most important consideration, so hear how he keeps in touch with his patie …