Mohs Surgery – Advanced Skin Cancer Treatment
When Might Mohs Surgery Be Recommended?
Mohs surgery may be recommended if you:
- ✓ Have been diagnosed with certain types of skin cancer
- ✓ Have skin cancer in cosmetically sensitive areas such as the face
- ✓ Have recurrent skin cancer
- ✓ Require maximum preservation of healthy tissue
- ✓ Have been referred for specialist skin cancer treatment
During your consultation, our dermatology team will explain whether Mohs surgery is the most appropriate treatment option for your individual diagnosis.
Mohs Surgery – At a Glance
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Procedure | Mohs Micrographic Surgery |
| Purpose | Precise skin cancer removal |
| Treatment Type | Surgical dermatology |
| Anaesthesia | Local anaesthetic |
| Duration | Several hours depending on complexity |
| Recovery | Usually 1–2 weeks |
| Suitable For | Basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and selected skin cancers |
| Main Benefit | Highest cure rates with maximum tissue preservation |
Mohs surgery removes skin cancer layer by layer while examining tissue immediately under the microscope, helping ensure complete removal while preserving healthy skin.
Mohs Surgery
What Is Mohs Surgery
Mohs Micrographic Surgery is a specialised surgical technique used to remove skin cancer with exceptional precision.
Unlike traditional excision, Mohs surgery removes the cancer in stages. Each layer is examined microscopically during the procedure until no cancer cells remain.
This approach offers:
- Maximum preservation of healthy tissue
- Extremely high cure rates
- Immediate margin assessment
- Reduced risk of recurrence
- Better cosmetic outcomes
Ocean Clinic describes Mohs surgery as one of the most precise treatments available for skin cancer management.
Which Skin Cancers Can Be Treated?
Mohs surgery is commonly used for:
Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
The most common skin cancer.
Mohs surgery is particularly valuable for:
- Recurrent BCC
- Large lesions
- Facial lesions
- Poorly defined tumours
Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC)
Often recommended when:
- The lesion is located on the face
- Tissue preservation is important
- The cancer has higher-risk features
Selected Rare Skin Cancers
Certain uncommon skin cancers may also benefit from Mohs surgery depending on specialist assessment.
Treatment recommendations depend on:
- Cancer type
- Location
- Size
- Previous treatments
- Individual risk factors
Why Is Mohs Surgery Different?
Traditional Excision
With standard excision:
- The lesion is removed
- Tissue is sent to a laboratory
- Results may take several days
Mohs Surgery
With Mohs surgery:
- Cancer is removed layer by layer
- Each layer is examined immediately
- Additional tissue is removed only where cancer remains
- Healthy tissue is preserved
This makes Mohs particularly valuable in cosmetically sensitive areas such as the face.
Areas Commonly Treated
Mohs surgery is frequently performed on:
- Nose
- Eyelids
- Lips
- Ears
- Cheeks
- Forehead
- Scalp
- Neck
These areas require careful tissue preservation to maintain both appearance and function.
What Happens During Mohs Surgery?
1. Local Anaesthetic
The treatment area is numbed using local anaesthetic.
Patients remain awake throughout the procedure.
2. First Tissue Removal
The visible cancer is removed along with a very thin surrounding layer.
3. Immediate Microscopic Analysis
The tissue is examined while the patient waits.
If cancer cells remain, their exact location is identified.
4. Additional Targeted Removal
Only the affected area is removed.
This process is repeated until all cancer cells have been eliminated.
Ocean Clinic notes that procedure length varies depending on how many stages are required.
Who Is a Good Candidate?
Mohs surgery may be recommended for patients who:
- ✓ Have facial skin cancer
- ✓ Have recurrent skin cancer
- ✓ Have large or aggressive lesions
- ✓ Need maximum tissue preservation
- ✓ Have skin cancer near the eyes, nose, lips or ears
- ✓ Want the highest possible cure rates
A dermatology consultation determines whether Mohs surgery is the most appropriate treatment option.
Benefits of Mohs Surgery
- ☆ Very high cure rates
- ☆ Maximum healthy tissue preservation
- ☆ Lower recurrence risk
- ☆ Immediate microscopic confirmation
- ☆ Excellent cosmetic outcomes
- ☆ Ideal for facial skin cancers
- ☆ Single-day diagnosis and treatment process
These advantages make Mohs surgery one of the most effective skin cancer treatments available.
Your Safety Comes First
Patient safety is central to every treatment performed at Ocean Clinic Marbella.
Every procedure begins with a detailed medical consultation and individual treatment plan. Our specialists use modern surgical techniques and evidence-based protocols to help achieve safe, predictable outcomes while supporting a comfortable recovery.
Because every patient is different, recommendations are always tailored to your anatomy, health and personal goals.
Recovery & Aftercare
Recovery depends on:
- Treatment area
- Reconstruction required
- Size of the defect
Typical Recovery Timeline
- Day 1–3: Mild swelling and bruising
- Week 1: Initial wound healing
- Week 1–2: Suture removal (if required)
- Several weeks: Scar maturation begins
- Several months: Continued scar improvement
Patients receive detailed aftercare instructions and follow-up reviews.
Risks & Considerations
As with any surgical procedure, risks may include:
- ✓ Bruising
- ✓ Swelling
- ✓ Bleeding
- ✓ Infection
- ✓ Temporary discomfort
- ✓ Scarring
- ✓ Need for reconstruction
These risks are generally low when surgery is performed by experienced specialists.
Why Choose Ocean Clinic Marbella?
Every procedure at Ocean Clinic is performed by experienced specialists working within a multidisciplinary medical team dedicated to patient safety, precision and natural-looking outcomes. Patients benefit from:
- ✓ More than 15 years of surgical excellence
- ✓ Over 1,000 procedures performed annually
- ✓ Modern operating theatres with advanced medical technology
- ✓ Internationally recognised plastic surgeons
- ✓ Personalised treatment plans
- ✓ Dedicated aftercare throughout your recovery
- ✓ ISO 9001 certified quality management
- ✓ Individual patient coordinators for international patients
Advanced Technology
Ocean Clinic combines specialist surgical expertise with modern medical technology to support accurate diagnosis, precise treatment and comfortable recovery.
Depending on the procedure, this may include advanced imaging, minimally invasive techniques, modern operating facilities and evidence-based treatment protocols designed to optimise patient safety and outcomes.
Travelling to Marbella for Surgery?
Ocean Clinic welcomes patients from across Europe, the UK, the Middle East and beyond.
From your first online consultation through to your final follow-up appointment, our international patient team helps coordinate every stage of your journey.
Our support may include:
- Online consultations
- Personal treatment planning
- Hotel recommendations
- Airport transfer guidance
- Local recovery advice
- Dedicated patient coordination
- Follow-up after you return home
Our aim is to make your experience as comfortable and straightforward as possible.
Frequently Asked Questions - Mohs Surgery
Book Your Private Consultation
Every treatment begins with a confidential consultation with one of our specialists.
During your consultation we will:
- ✓ Assess your concerns
- ✓ Explain your treatment options
- ✓ Recommend the most appropriate approach
- ✓ Discuss recovery
- ✓ Answer all of your questions
Our team aims to respond to enquiries as quickly as possible during business hours.
Patient Experiences
Ocean Clinic is proud to care for patients from around the world.
Many patients choose to share their experience following treatment, describing not only their surgical results but also the care they received before, during and after their procedure.
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“The professionalism and attention to detail were outstanding from my first consultation until my final follow-up.”
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