• Definition
  1. Excisional Biopsy technique
  • Indications
  1. Consider where Excisional Biopsy needed in regions at risk of Hypertrophic Scar
  • Technique
  1. Similar preparation and lesion marking as for Excisional Biopsy
  2. Thick tissue sample obtained via curved blade (e.g. Dermablade)
  3. Depth extends at least to mid-Dermis and in some cases into sub-cutaneous fat
  • Efficacy
  1. May offer faster and better cosmesis than with Excisional Biopsy
  • References
  1. Gambichler (2000) Dermatol Surg 26(7): 662-6 [PubMed]