U032 Biopsies in Challenging Locations: a Review for the General Dermatologist
DESCRIPTION
Histopathologic evaluation has remained the gold standard for diagnosis of cutaneous disease from inflammatory conditions to neoplasias. There are several areas of the body that can be more challenging to obtain biopsy specimens. The purpose of this session is to review biopsy techniques in challenging anatomic locations such as the eyelid, oral mucosa and nails for general dermatologists who want to become more comfortable working in these locations. Relevant anatomy will be reviewed as well as tips on anesthesia and appropriate surgical tools to yield the best biopsy results.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Recognize important anatomic and clinical considerations for biopsy of the eyelid, oral mucosa, and nails.
Identify appropriate anesthetic techniques for the given location.
Identify appropriate surgical tools and biopsy methods to optimize tissue sampling of the eyelid, oral mucosa, and nails.
SCHEDULE
7:30 AM
Eyelid Biopsy
Amrit Greene, MD, FAAD
7:45 AM
Mucosal Biopsy
Kimberly Marie Ken, MD, FAAD
8:00 AM
Nail Biopsy
Molly A. Hinshaw, MD, FAAD
8:15 AM
Q+A
DIRECTOR
Amrit Greene, MD, FAAD
SPEAKERS
Molly A. Hinshaw, MD, FAAD
Kimberly Marie Ken, MD, FAAD
DISCLOSURES
Amrit Greene, MD, FAAD
No financial relationships exist with ineligible companies.
Molly A. Hinshaw, MD, FAAD
BiaCure Therapies Inc – Founder(Stock);
Kimberly Marie Ken, MD, FAAD
No financial relationships exist with ineligible companies.