Indications include lesion change (size, color, shape), bleeding, infection, pain, or patient
preference for cosmetic reasons
After local anesthesia, lesions are excised with 2–3 mm margins (moles), cyst sacs are fully
excised beneath skin, and lipomas are shelled out from surrounding tissue. Skin is closed in
layers for optimal healing
Bleeding, infection, scar hypertrophy, recurrence (cysts), and numbness if nerves are involved.
Histology rules out malignancy
Dressings for 24–48 hours; suture removal at 7–14 days. Most patients resume normal activities
immediately with minimal discomfort.
Dressings for 24–48 hours; suture removal at 7–14 days. Most patients resume normal activities
immediately with minimal discomfort.
Excised tissue is sent for histopathology. Preoperative labs are not routinely required unless
general anesthesia is used.