The technique of curettage and electrodesiccation in the treatment of carcinomas of the skin is described. The 5-year cure rate for this technique compares favorably with the 5-year cnre rate for other methods of treatment. Curettage and electrodesiccation subjects the pptient to a minimum of pain and inconvenience. Situations in which other methods of treatment are preferable are presented.
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