CRYOTHERAPY OF NONMELANOMA SKIN-CANCER

Cryosurgery is one of several modalities currently in widespread use f or the treatment of nonmelanoma skin cancer. This review discusses its place among the other accepted methods of treatment, such as excision , curettage and cautery, radiotherapy, Mohs surgery, and immunotherapy , which are discussed elsewhere in this issue. The scientific basis fo r cryosurgery is described and there is detailed practical guidance on performance of cryosurgery, selection of patients, and the outcome of treatment.