ED & C

At Bismarck Dermatology Center, we prioritize effective, minimally invasive treatments to address various skin conditions, including pre-cancerous lesions and certain types of skin cancer. Electrodesiccation and Curettage (ED & C) is a trusted procedure we offer to ensure your skin health and peace of mind.

Preparation: The area is cleaned and sterilized. Local anesthesia is administered to num the area, ensuring comfort during the procedure.

Excision: The lesion, along with a small margin of healthy skin, is carefully removed. The size of the margin depends on the type of lesion and its location.

Closure: The wound is typically closed with sutures.

Lab Analysis: The tissue is sent to a lab to determine if it's benign or malignant.

What

Is It?

Electrodesiccation and Curettage (ED & C) is a safe and effective method to remove abnormal skin growths.

Curettage: The lesion is gently scraped away using a sharp surgical instrument called a curette.
Electrodesiccation: A controlled electrical current is applied to the treated area to destroy any remaining abnormal tissue and stop bleeding.

What to

Expect

Initial Consultation: During your visit, our dermatology experts will evaluate your skin and determine if ED & C is the best treatment for your condition.
Procedure: After numbing the area, the lesion is carefully removed through curettage and followed by electrodesiccation. The process may be repeated a few times to ensure complete removal.
Aftercare: You'll receive detailed instructions to care for the treated site, which typically heals within a few weeks, leaving a small, flat scar.

ED & C is ideal for treating:

Superficial basal cell carcinoma

Squamous cell carcinoma in situ

Actinic keratosis

Benign growths, such as seborrheic keratosis (in some cases)

Our team will assess your condition and recommend ED & C if it's the most appropriate option for you.

Take Charge of Your Skin Health

Prevention and early detection are the first steps to maintaining healthy skin. If you notice changes or have concerns, don't delay care. Schedule an appointment with a dermatology specialist to get the care you need.

ED & C

Electrodesiccation and Curettage (ED & C) is a safe and effective method to remove abnormal skin growths.

Curettage: The lesion is gently scraped away using a sharp surgical instrument called a curette.

Electrodesiccation: A controlled electrical current is applied to the treated area to destroy any remaining abnormal tissue and stop bleeding.

Initial Consultation: During your visit, our dermatology experts will evaluate your skin and determine if ED & C is the best treatment for your condition.

Procedure: After numbing the area, the lesion is carefully removed through curettage and followed by electrodesiccation. The process may be repeated a few times to ensure complete removal.​

Aftercare: You'll receive detailed instructions to care for the treated site, which typically heals within a few weeks, leaving a small, flat scar.

Procedure: After numbing the area, the lesion is carefully removed through curettage and followed by electrodesiccation. The process may be repeated a few times to ensure complete removal.