Recurrent Basal Cell Carcinoma: This original image of a person’s skin in the upper left shows the presence of recurrent cell carcinoma. The issue for the dermatologist or oncologist is how much of the skin should be removed to assure that they have captured all of the cancerous tissue to prevent the spread of the disease, yet removing as little as possible so as to minimize the impact on the patient. (left picture) Image visualization tools being developed at Guardian hold the promise of helping healthcare providers to make the identification of affected tissues with greater accuracy. The image on the lower right has been enhanced with Guardian’s 3i CAD image visualization technology provide two different, yet revealing samples for examining and determining the potential mass and extent of the growth of the cancer. (right picture) For 300dpi version of graphic, please Click Here. Left Click to view, Right Click to save.