Procedure Overview
Squamous cell carcinoma is a common form of skin cancer that, unlike basal cell carcinoma, carries a higher risk of spreading if not treated promptly. Surgical excision removes the tumour along with an appropriate margin of healthy tissue, guided by biopsy findings and lesion characteristics. In some cases, further treatment or monitoring is coordinated with a dermatologist or oncology team.
IDEAL FOR
Patients diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma requiring surgical excision, usually following dermatological referral.
How the treatment works
01
First consultation
Biopsy results, lesion characteristics and any risk factors are reviewed to plan appropriate margins.
02
Planning
Technique, expected margins, and whether lymph node evaluation is needed are discussed.
03
The procedure
Performed under local or general anaesthesia depending on size and location, typically 30 minutes to 2 hours.
04
Recovery & follow-up
Pathology confirms clear margins. Regular follow-up is scheduled given the higher monitoring needs of this cancer type.