Mohs micrographic surgery on the ear demands precise tissue-sparing excision and skilled reconstruction. The ear’s complex three-dimensional cartilage architecture and visible position make it one of the most challenging sites for skin cancer surgery, where both cure rate and cosmetic outcome matter.
Miss Rakhee Nayar is dual-trained in Mohs surgery and plastic surgery, which means cancer removal and reconstruction are performed by the same consultant in a single procedure. For ear skin cancers, this approach gives the highest cure rate while preserving as much healthy tissue and natural contour as possible.
Why Mohs for ear skin cancer
- Highest cure rates for basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma of the ear.
- Margins are confirmed clear at the time of surgery, before reconstruction begins.
- Tissue-sparing technique preserves cartilage and contour where possible.
- Single-day procedure under local anaesthetic.
Reconstruction of the ear after Mohs
Reconstruction is tailored to the size and depth of the defect. Options include direct closure, wedge excision repair, skin grafts, local flaps, and for larger defects, multi-stage reconstructive procedures using cartilage grafts or staged flaps. Miss Nayar discusses all suitable options at consultation.
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To discuss Mohs surgery on the ear with Miss Nayar, please use the contact form or call the clinic.