Abstract
Chemosurgical removal of accessible cancer under microscopic control affords:
1. Unprecedented reliability. “Silent” extensions may be followed out and eradicated.
2. Conservatism in removal of tissue. With microscopic examination of each layer of tissue removed, it is possible to avoid removing more than one or two millimeters of healthy tissue beyond the extent of the cancer.
3. Good cosmetic results in many instances.
4. Relative freedom from operative pain.
5. Possibly, lower incidence of metastasis.
6. Low operative mortality.
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