Comments and suggestions are also solicited. The participants had been in general practice for an average of 12 years. GP's confidence in performing minor surgical techniques is improved by a one-day course attendance. This does not give any indication of competence. Audit of individual practitioners service provision will be necessary for this.
Further research is required to assess the long term impact of such courses.
Patient selection Best results are achieved by using liquid nitrogen via a cryogun. To achieve high cure rates and good cosmetic results, technique and patient selection are probably even more important than the choice of cryogen and equipment. Good technique will only be achieved by proper training and experience. There is only one important safety rule in cryosurgery. Never treat any lesion using cryosurgery unless you are sure of the diagnosis.