Shave biopsy

Shave biopsy is a biopsy procedure in which a skin abnormality and a thin layer of surrounding skin are removed with a small blade for examination under a microscope. Shave biopsies are not effective in treating melanomas, but can provide a reasonably safe and accurate initial diagnosis.^[1] Surgical sutures are not needed with this procedure.

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↑ "Shave Biopsy Is a Safe and Acceptable Method for Melanoma". American College of Surgeons. Retrieved 22 October 2017.

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[1] "Shave Biopsy Is a Safe and Acceptable Method for Melanoma". American College of Surgeons. Retrieved 22 October 2017.

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