Skin cancer care
Basal cell carcinoma assessment and treatment.
Basal cell carcinoma is a common form of skin cancer. Treatment depends on its subtype, size, location, borders and whether it has been treated before.
Specialist consultation
Assessment guides the next step.
A dermatologist will review the clinical findings and any biopsy result before discussing suitable treatment options.
Treatment may involve standard excision, Mohs surgery or another approach. Mohs may be considered for selected higher-risk tumours or areas where preserving healthy tissue is especially important.
Purpose-built rooms support specialist skin cancer surgery at our Remuera clinic.
What to know
What basal cell carcinoma can look like.
Basal cell carcinoma often grows slowly and rarely spreads elsewhere, but it can continue to damage nearby tissue if left untreated. Its appearance varies with the subtype and site.
- A sore that does not heal
- A pearly, shiny or translucent bump
- A scaly or red patch
- A spot that bleeds, crusts or returns
Common questions
Answers to common questions.
Is basal cell carcinoma urgent?
It should be assessed and treated in an appropriate timeframe. Timing depends on the site, size, subtype and other risk features; reception can advise if you already have a biopsy result.
Will I need Mohs surgery?
Not necessarily. Mohs may be recommended for selected higher-risk, recurrent or poorly defined tumours, particularly where preserving healthy tissue is important.
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Appointments and enquiries
Speak with reception about the next step.
Reception will help arrange the appropriate clinic, appointment type and time.