Scraping therapy for skin cancer using new technology

For the treatment of more stubborn skin cancer, when drug treatment is not effective, scraping treatment can be considered. Although this skin cancer treatment method has been used a long time ago, it is safer and more effective with the support of modern science and technology.

Dermatologists generally use curettage and electrodesiccation to treat basal cell carcinoma and superficial squamous cell carcinoma. This is done by using the boundary between the tumor and the surrounding normal skin color and scraping with a curette.

Before surgery for skin cancer treatment, attention should be paid to the appropriate size of the curette, which should be slightly larger than the neoplasm. During the operation, apply slight downward force to prevent slipping. After routine disinfection, inject 1% procaine or lidocaine solution at the base of basal cell carcinoma or squamous cell carcinoma to make it obviously bulge. Choose a suitable curette, generally use a 3-4mm curette to dig out the cancer, and then use a small curette with a diameter of 1-2mm and a sharper edge to scrape the surrounding areas of the tumor bed and its base to remove residual cancer extending into the surrounding normal basal tissue.

Sometimes, because normal dermis is firmer, a slight gravel-like sound can be heard during the treatment of skin cancer, while the tumor is brittle and silent. After scraping, use an electrocautery to burn the surroundings and base of the tumor bed, and then use a curette to scrape away the charred tissue. Apply antibiotic ointment to the wound.

The advantage of this treatment method for skin cancer is that it can produce a smooth, beautiful wound with only a small amount of pigmentation. The disadvantage is that there are no pathological examination results of the cutting edge, and it is impossible to know whether there is any cancer residue at the cutting edge. Therefore, this method should be used with caution.

The development of modern medical technology has made many previous treatments simpler and safer. For the treatment of skin cancer, scraping treatment has become the first choice after drug treatment. It is recommended that you choose a regular hospital and an experienced physician for skin cancer treatment surgery.