Skin Surgery & Treatments
PATIENT CENTRED & ADVANCED
PATIENT CENTRED & ADVANCED
Frequently used to remove basal cell carcinomas and high-risk squamous cell carcinomas, surgery involves administering a local anesthetic and then removing the tumor and a margin of surrounding tissue. The tissue is then sent to a dermatopathologist who can verify that the entire tumor was removed.
Mohs surgery involves the surgical removal of cancerous tissue in several stages. The tissue is examined under a microscope between each stage. Find out more
Used for low risk basal cell carcinomas, the procedure begins by administering a local anesthetic, after which Dr Aslam scrapes away layers of cancerous tissue with a knife-like instrument called a currette. An electric needle is then used to control the bleeding and destroy cancerous cells that may remain.
Cryosurgery is a treatment that involves the application of liquid nitrogen and is particularly effective for superficial basal cell carcinomas, which grow on the top layer of the skin. Liquid nitrogen is applied to the area that freezes the abnormal tumor tissue. The frozen area of skin then heals over a period of 7-10 days.
Radiation therapy destroys cancer cells and shrinks tumors using x-rays. Radiation therapy can be useful in conjunction with surgery for more advanced squamous and basal cell carcinomas, or for areas that are anatomically difficult to treat surgically. Radiation can also be used in conjunction with surgery.
Chemotherapy targets the tumor with chemotherapy drugs, which are administered either topically (as a cream that is applied to the area) or by IV or pills (systemic).
Topical chemotherapy is usually used for low-risk squamous cell carcinomas because it doesn't always penetrate all layers of skin, nor does it leave tissue that can be biopsied. Topical chemotherapy may also be used for superficial basal cell carcinomas that are particularly responsive to these drugs.
Sometimes your treatment will leave a wound which can be closed with surgical sutures. When the wound is large, your surgeon may need to perform reconstructive surgery.
This involves closing the wound with a skin flap (shifting nearby tissue) or skin graft (taking skin from another area of the body), which will help restore your skin to its original appearance. Reconstructive surgery can often be performed on the same day as your cancer surgery.
“After waiting for more than 11 months on the NHS I decided to pursue private treatment for my skin cancer located on my nose. I was told I needed Mohs surgery and researched this online until I found Dr Aslam. He was simply superb. Immediately I felt reassured and knew that I was going to be taken care of. His approach is kind and friendly and his technical skills are brilliant. I wish I had decided to see him sooner. Look no further for an outstanding, caring, and personal doctor!”
“My experience with Dr Aslam was excellent in all aspects. He was reassuring, extremely caring and explained everything at all stages. From the initial meeting with him I felt that he was completely patient focused, very friendly and an exceptionally dedicated medical professional. I would not hesitate in recommending Dr Aslam to any of my relatives or friends.”
“Dr Aslam was so lovely from the minute I met him. I was so worried and he put my mind at rest straight away even though it wasn’t the best news. He explained to me that he could sort it and I had nothing to worry about. I would 100% recommend him to all my friends/family. I had to have something removed off my face and I knew I would get a scar but it’s only been two weeks and it’s healed so well and you can hardly see anything. I couldn’t believe how good it looks. What a lovely, caring person he is. I feel so lucky to have had him as my consultant. Thank you so much and what a true professional his is.”