Ensuring patients understand what to expect during MMS may help reduce anxiety prior to and during their procedure. Most videos neglected the defect repair component entirely, and when it was discussed, it was often too simplified to provide an honest assessment of the likely post-operative wound.
This current analysis highlights the importance of accurately explaining MMS at the time of skin cancer diagnosis, as this is when patients are likely to research the procedure. Further, the creation of comprehensive patient-oriented resources for MMS is needed, as current resources are often insufficient.
This current analysis highlights the importance of accurately explaining MMS at the time of skin cancer diagnosis, as this is when patients are likely to research the procedure. Further, the creation of comprehensive patient-oriented resources for MMS is needed, as current resources are often insufficient.
DISCLOSURES
The authors have no conflict of interest to declare.
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AUTHOR CORRESPONDENCE
Edward Seger MD MS eseger2@kumc.edu
