Skin Cancer Treatment and Reconstruction
Receive expert skin cancer treatment and reconstructive care from Dr. Ken Aluora, restoring health and confidence with precision and compassion.
What is Skin Cancer Treatment and Reconstruction?
Skin cancer treatment involves the removal of cancerous growths, such as basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, or melanoma, followed by reconstructive surgery to restore the affected area’s appearance and function. Dr. Ken Aluora specializes in both the precise excision of skin cancers and advanced reconstructive techniques to minimize scarring and achieve natural-looking results. Treatment plans are tailored to the type, stage, and location of the cancer, ensuring comprehensive care for optimal health outcomes.
Benefits of Skin Cancer Treatment and Reconstruction
- Effective Cancer Removal: Eliminates cancerous cells to prevent spread and recurrence.
- Restored Appearance: Reconstructs the treated area to minimize scarring and restore natural aesthetics.
- Improved Function: Preserves or restores functionality in areas like the face, hands, or neck.
- Enhanced Confidence: Helps patients regain self-esteem after cancer treatment.
- Comprehensive Care: Combines oncologic and reconstructive expertise for holistic treatment.
The Procedure
Dr. Ken Aluora employs advanced techniques for skin cancer treatment and reconstruction, often collaborating with dermatologists or oncologists. The process typically includes:
- Initial Assessment: A thorough evaluation, including biopsy results, to determine the cancer type, stage, and treatment plan.
- Cancer Excision: Surgical removal of the cancerous lesion, often using Mohs surgery or wide local excision, to ensure clear margins.
- Anesthesia: Local or general anesthesia, depending on the procedure’s complexity and location.
- Reconstruction: Techniques such as skin grafts, flap surgery, or primary closure to repair the defect, prioritizing aesthetics and function.
- Pathology Review: Post-surgical analysis to confirm complete cancer removal.
Procedures are performed in accredited facilities in Nairobi or Kapsabet, Kenya, with a focus on patient safety and comfort. The duration varies based on the cancer’s extent and reconstruction needs.
Recovery and Aftercare
Recovery depends on the procedure’s scope, with some swelling, redness, or discomfort expected initially. Dr. Aluora provides detailed aftercare instructions, including:
- Wound care to prevent infection and promote optimal healing.
- Activity restrictions to protect the surgical site, typically for 1-4 weeks.
- Sun protection to safeguard the treated area and reduce recurrence risk.
- Follow-up appointments to monitor healing, assess reconstruction results, and screen for recurrence.
Dr. Aluora and his team offer compassionate support throughout recovery, addressing both physical and emotional needs.
Why Choose Dr. Ken Aluora?
- Expertise: Board-certified plastic surgeon with specialized skills in skin cancer excision and reconstruction.
- Compassionate Care: A sensitive approach to addressing the emotional and physical challenges of cancer treatment.
- Personalized Plans: Tailored procedures to achieve optimal health and aesthetic outcomes.
- Advanced Techniques: Utilizes precise excision and reconstructive methods to minimize scarring and restore function.
- Trusted Facilities: Treatments performed in state-of-the-art centers in Nairobi and Kapsabet, Kenya.