Laser Treatment of BCC

Using Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) for Image Guidance

Lasers are starting to be used in the non-invasive treatment of BCC and studies indicate that Optical Coherence Tomography, OCT, can provide benefits from effective image guidance during treatment:

• Ensuring effective treatment of the entire tumour, including margins
• Enable non-invasive monitoring of any potential tumour recurrence

Using the VivoSight Dx D-OCT scan, dermatologists can visualise the vascular network of the skin within and surrounding the tumour. Blood flow can be seen to be significantly reduced immediately following Nd:YAG laser treatment. (Ahluwalia, J. et.al. 2019)

Basal Cell Carcinoma, BCC

Basal Cell Carcinoma, BCC, is the most common form of skin cancer with 3.6million cases in the USA alone diagnosed every year. In the UK, approximately 75% of diagnosed skin cancers are BCC.