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W C Fritsch

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The use of the cryostat for histographic surgery.

Microscopically monitored excision for the treatment of skin cancer is becoming increasingly popular among dermatologists. One decision faced by beginning histographic surgeons involves the choice of apparatus for making the frozen sections. This paper compares the freezing microtome with the cryostat and gives details of the University of Iowa method, which employs the Slee cryostat.

Cryosurgery↗

Delayed purpuric reaction following superficial dermabrasion.

A hemorrhagic reaction of unknown cause can occur approximately five weeks after superficial dermabrasion of tattoos. This reaction may lead to alarm in the patient and possibly to increased scarring the area treated. Intralesional corticosteroid injections have sped resolution. It is wise to forewarn patients of this potential complication of tattoo dermabrasion.

Adult↗