San Martino Hospital Pioneers Mohs Surgery in Liguria
Genoa, Italy – May 15, 2025 – The Policlinico San Martino hospital has announced the introduction of Mohs surgery, a cutting-edge technique for treating skin tumors, making it one of the few centers in Italy and the first in the Liguria region to offer this advanced procedure.
What is Mohs Surgery?
Mohs surgery is distinguished by it’s remarkable precision in tumor removal. Unlike traditional surgical methods, Mohs surgery incorporates immediate microscopic analysis of the excised tissue.
Did You Know?
Mohs surgery is named after Dr. Frederic E. mohs, who developed the technique in the 1930s. His original method involved using a zinc chloride paste to fix the tissue before removal, but modern Mohs surgery uses fresh tissue for analysis.
the process involves a plastic surgeon meticulously removing the lesion in a highly targeted manner. The tissue is then sent to the hospital’s anatomy laboratory, where a dermatopathologist examines it to ensure complete tumor elimination.
During the intervention, the plastic surgeon removes the injury in a very targeted way and sends it to the hospital anatomy laboratory, where a dermatopathologist examines the tissue to ensure that the tumor has been entirely eliminated.
This real-time feedback loop allows the surgeon to complete the intervention without the need for additional resections or sessions.
The Procedure and Its Benefits
The entire procedure is performed on an outpatient basis, allowing patients to return home immediatly after the operation. This minimizes disruption to their daily lives and reduces recovery time.
Pro Tip: Preparing for Mohs Surgery
Before undergoing mohs surgery, patients should discuss their medical history, including any medications they are taking, with their surgeon. It’s also advisable to avoid blood-thinning medications for a period before the procedure, as directed by their physician.
Mohs surgery is especially well-suited for removing tumors in delicate and visible areas, such as the face. Its high precision ensures effective tumor removal while preserving the aesthetic appearance and functionality of the treated area.
Thanks to its very high precision, Mohs surgery is particularly suitable for removing tumors in delicate and visible areas, such as the face, where it is important not only to remove the tumor effectively, but also preserve the aesthetic and functionality of the treated area as much as possible.
Key Personnel
The team involved in bringing this advanced technique to San Martino hospital includes:
- Marco Paternostro, Medical director of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Clinical
- Paolo Nozza, Director of the UO Ospedal Pathological Anatomy
- Giorgia Anselmi, Technical Coordinator of the Uo Uo Pathological Hospital Anatomy
- Edoardo Raposio, Director of the UO Clinic of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
- Antonio Guadagno, Medical Director of Anatomy UO. hospital pathological
- Serena Leveratto, Biomedical Laboratory health technician Uo Pathological Hospital Pathological Anatomy
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Contact data
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Press office
San Martino Policlinico Hospital
L.GO Rosanna Benzi 10, 16132 – Genoa
