Get A Clear Picture of Your Skin

When discovered in its early stages, patients with melanoma have a 97 percent chance of surviving.

However, as melanoma grows and spreads, that survival rate dramatically decreases to only a 17 percent chance.

This is why it is extremely crucial to catch melanoma early.

Mole mapping is a powerful tool to help in the fight against cancer. It uses a device that takes pictures of patients’ skin. Artificial intelligence then analyzes all the moles in the pictures and determines which can be suggested to be cancer.

Approximately 9,000 Canadians are diagnosed with melanoma skin cancer each year.

Canadian Cancer Society, 2023

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Early Detection Of : Skin Cancer, Melanoma

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Mole Mapping

Mole mapping is a screening to detect skin cancer as early as possible.

Also known as Automated Total Body Mapping (ATBM), it provides a way to track changes on your skin if you have a large number of unusual moles or if you have a history of skin cancer.

Because it shows a history of changes to your skin over time, mole mapping can also help dermatologists diagnose melanoma and skin cancer earlier.

Early detection for skin cancer

Mole mapping involves a specialized computer taking high-resolution photographs of your skin to detect signs of skin cancer.

The Use of Artificial Intelligence

The baseline images taken of your skin are then compared to photographs of your body during your follow-up visit, which is typically scheduled the following year. With the use of artificial intelligence, the computer will then compare these images and highlight which moles are the same, which are new, and which are changing. You can then track them from every year to monitor any changes.

Examine Your Whole Skin Surface

Though it is most commonly found on your back or legs, melanoma can appear on any skin surface. With mole mapping, you can examine every part of your skin, leaving no questions unanswered. Mole mapping documents a full spectrum of moles. These include moles you have had for a while but then suddenly change. They also include new moles that you or your doctor may not notice unless you have skin photos to compare.

When to Follow Up

Follow-up times vary depending on your risk factors. Often, it is suggested to come in annually, but you may be asked to come back sooner based on your health history or any other conditions.

Benefits of Mole Mapping

Mole mapping can help identify skin cancers early and, in some cases, reduces the need for biopsies.

Those at high risk for skin cancer should talk with their doctor about the possibility of mole mapping.

Detects Skin Cancer Early

The main benefit of mole mapping is that it can help detect or diagnose skin cancer early. The sooner this type of cancer is detected, the higher the chance of survival is.

Mole mapping can be especially useful for patients who have a high chance of developing skin cancer. This includes those who have a large number of moles, or have a family history of skin cancer. These patients can look at and compare images of how their skin used to look, helping them more effectively spot changes on their skin.

Reduces the Need for Biopsies

A biopsy is a procedure to remove a piece of tissue or a sample of cells from your body so that it can be tested in a laboratory. They are performed to diagnose different forms of cancer.

With its advanced technology, mole mapping can detect if you have skin cancer, which reduces the need for biopsies and will save you time and money. Fewer biopsies also leads to less pain and scarring.

Provides a Clear Picture of Your Entire Skin

It is possible to perform routine skin check-ups on yourself at home, however, they may not always be completely accurate. For instance, certain parts of our bodies are difficult to examine because they are hard to reach, such as our backs and necks.

The mole mapping process examines every surface of your skin so you don’t have to. It provides a clear, accurate picture of your whole skin, including areas that you may have missed, so no surface goes undetected.

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How Mole Mapping Works

Step 1

A camera that sits on a rail will move back and forth to capture a full-body scan. You will be asked to move into very specific positions in order to make sure that the camera can capture all of the necessary images.

Step 2

Once all of the images have been transferred to the database, artificial intelligence is deployed to analyze them in order to provide a mole risk score.

Step 3

Your doctor can compare your moles with photos from your initial visit and immediately identify any changes or abnormalities.

Mole mapping is not a replacement for the clinical exam you have with your family doctor, but rather the two are used together to help more thoroughly assess concerns related to your skin.

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Reasons to Get Mole Mapping

Fewer Skin Cancer Deaths

Every year, skin cancer is one of the most diagnosed forms of cancer. While that may sound concerning, early diagnosis of melanoma has a 99% five-year survival rate, so it is actually one of the most treatable cancers. Improved screening and earlier detection will result in fewer skin cancer deaths.

Improved Accuracy of Diagnosis

While it is possible to monitor your own moles at home using personal digital imaging, it is possible to miss nonstandard lesions, and false positive results may give a false sense of security. Mole mapping can improve the accuracy of diagnosis without resorting to needless biopsies.

Thorough Skin Examination

Dermatologists can use mole mapping images to improve a patient’s yearly skin check, which makes your skin examination more thorough. It helps them more accurately track changes in a patient’s skin.

It is a popular belief that melanoma usually forms inside a mole that you have already had for a while. However, the truth is that almost 70 percent of melanomas are new. Only 30 percent of melanomas arise from moles you have had for a while that suddenly change.

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Packages

InvestMed offers thorough health packages designed to meet the individual needs of our patients.

You can choose between a risk-specific package or a comprehensive package to analyze your health and wellbeing. Each package includes a comprehensive 1 hour physical exam and 1 hour review of results with recommendations to achieve optimal health.

Package costs will vary based on individual diagnostic test recommendations. Financing options are available.

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Whole body MRI
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FAQ

How long does a mole mapping session generally take?

The duration of your appointment depends on the number of moles that need close up photography. If you only need overview photographs, the appointment should typically last about 15 minutes. However, if you happen to have a large number of moles that need examining, the appointment will last longer, up to 45 minutes.

Are there any contraindications to mole mapping?

It is not recommended to get a mole mapping session if you have a rash, sunburn, or prominent tan lines. These could interfere with the detection software and some moles may go undetected.

How often should mole mapping be performed?

It depends on your skin conditions, but it is typically encouraged to be performed every 6 to 12 months as recommended by your doctor.

How should I prepare for a mole mapping session?

During the appointment, wear comfortable clothing and shoes that are easy to remove.
Do not wear any makeup as this could potentially cover up the moles and they will go undetected during the examination.
Do not use any self-tanning products in the week leading up to your appointment.
If you have a significant amount of body hair, it is encouraged to trim or shave the area so that the moles can be visualized and detected by the camera.
If you have long hair, please tie it up during the session so it is out of the way and not covering any potential moles on your neck or back.

Do I still need to get full body skin exams if I do mole mapping?

Mole mapping acts as an aid for your doctor or healthcare provider, not a replacement. It is still recommended to get full body skin exams to detect new or changing lesions. How can I identify suspicious moles during a self-examination? You can use something that is known as the “ABCDE” guide:

Asymmetrical: when a spot changes to a round or oval shape, and the halves no longer match.
Border: irregularities appear along the edge of a mole.
Color: suspicious changes in mole color, including unevenness or even additional colors.
Diameter: moles that grow larger than 6 mm, or ¼ of an inch.
Evolving: any changes to a mole, particularly one that has been stable and unchanging for years, such as color, shape, size, etc.

This guide is a good way to base your observations. Once this is done, follow up with your doctor with a mole mapping session so they can further accurately analyze these irregularities.

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