Dermatologic Surgery Glossary

In situ melanoma typically occurring on sun-damaged skin of elderly patients.

A geometric transposition flap based on rhomboid design principles, used for reconstruction after lesion excision.

A reconstructive technique using autologous fat transfer to restore volume defects following tumor excision or improve c...

The temporary tissue swelling and firmness created by injection of anesthetic solution into tissue planes.

Aggressive skin cancer arising from melanocytes, often redundantly termed as editors should note 'melanoma' alone implie...

Systematic evaluation of tissue boundaries around excised lesions. Critical for determining completeness of tumor remova...

A benign proliferation of melanocytes forming a mole or birthmark. May be congenital or acquired and requires differenti...

Early-stage melanoma confined to the epidermis without invasion into deeper skin layers.

A rare but aggressive neuroendocrine skin cancer often associated with viral infection. Requires wide excision and aggre...

A rare, locally aggressive cutaneous adenocarcinoma with high recurrence potential, requiring wide excision with histolo...

A specialized surgical technique using immediate microscopic examination to ensure complete tumor removal with tissue co...

Specialized microsurgical technique for removing skin cancer layer by layer with immediate histologic examination.

Surgical repair of the nail apparatus following trauma or tumor excision involving the nail bed, nail matrix, or surroun...

A wound care system using controlled suction to promote healing through drainage removal and mechanical stimulation.

Negative-pressure wound therapy system applying controlled suction to wound beds. Promotes granulation tissue formation...

A reconstructive flap that incorporates periosteum to provide vascular supply and structural support for complex scalp a...

A treatment modality combining photosensitizing agents with specific wavelength light to selectively destroy abnormal ce...

Benign cyst arising from hair follicle structures, commonly occurring on the scalp and often incorrectly termed 'sebaceo...

A benign hair follicle tumor most common in children, typically requiring complete surgical excision to prevent recurren...

A rotation flap design utilizing multiple triangular segments arranged in a circular pattern. Provides excellent tissue...

A circular surgical sampling technique using a hollow cylindrical blade to obtain a full-thickness skin specimen.

A circular suturing technique that draws tissue edges together concentrically to close round defects.

A strategic incision made to reduce tension during wound closure by allowing tissue redistribution.

Diamond-shaped local flap used to close square or rhombic surgical defects with optimal tissue distribution.