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Electrodessication & Curettage (ED&C): Simple Removal for Low-Risk Carcinomas
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Electrodessication & Curettage (ED&C): Simple Removal for Low-Risk Carcinomas

Dr. David Miller, MDApril 8, 20265 min read

How the scrape-and-burn procedure works for superficial non-facial skin lesions.

Quick Outpatient Scrape and Cautery

ED&C is a efficient 15-minute procedure suitable for small superficial basal cell or squamous cell carcinomas on the trunk and limbs.

This article is educational and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of a qualified dermatologist or other licensed health provider with questions about a medical condition.

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