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Systematic review of the utilization of botulinum toxin in Mohs micrographic surgery

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The use of botulinum toxin for off-label indications has become more prevalent, but the specific benefits in Mohs micrographic surgery (MMS) have not yet been fully elucidated. A systematic review was performed of PubMed, Cochrane, EMBASE, and Scopus databases to identify all articles describing the use of botulinum toxin in MMS. Analysis was subdivided into scar minimization, parotid injury, and pain management. A total of nine articles were included. Scar minimization and treatment of parotid injury were the most reported uses. One case reported the use of botulinum toxin for pain management. Off label uses of botulinum toxin are being explored. Additional research is warranted to determine the efficacy and utility of botulinum toxin in MMS.

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  1. Department of Dermatology, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL, USA

    Sima Amin, Preetha Kamath, Conway Huang & Daniel Bergman

  2. Heersink School of Medicine, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL, USA

    Meagan M. Olivet & Bradley Thigpen

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S.A., B.T., and M.O. made substantial contributions to the conception or design of the work and the acquisition, analysis, and interpretation of data. P.K., D.B., and C.H., revised the content critically.

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Amin, S., Olivet, M.M., Thigpen, B. et al. Systematic review of the utilization of botulinum toxin in Mohs micrographic surgery. Arch Dermatol Res 316, 212 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00403-024-02904-6

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