Surgery

• Skin surgery

  Skin surgery involves the surgical removal or treatment of skin lesions or growths. There are many different types of skin surgery, and the specific type of procedure will depend on the type and location of the skin lesion or growth. Some common types of skin surgery include:

  • Excision: Excision is a surgical procedure that involves removing a skin lesion or growth using a scalpel or other surgical instrument. The wound is typically closed with sutures or other types of skin closure materials.
  • MOHS surgery: MOHS surgery is a specialized technique for removing skin cancer that involves removing layers of skin one at a time and examining each layer under a microscope until all cancer cells are removed.
  • Skin grafting: Skin grafting is a procedure that involves taking a piece of healthy skin from one part of the body and transplanting it to an area of the body where skin has been lost or damaged.
  • Laser surgery: Laser surgery uses high-energy carbon dioxide laser to remove or treat skin lesions or growths.
  • Cryosurgery: Cryosurgery is a procedure that uses extreme cold to freeze and destroy abnormal skin tissue.
• Shave excision, electrosurgery, and cryosurgery

  Shave excision, electrosurgery, and cryosurgery are all medical procedures that are commonly used for the removal of skin lesions or growths. Here is a brief overview of each procedure:

  • Shave Excision: Shave excision is a surgical procedure that involves removing a skin lesion by shaving it off with a scalpel. This is usually done under local anesthesia, and the wound typically heals over time without the need for stitches. Shave excision is commonly used to remove moles, skin tags, and other benign skin growths.
  • Electrosurgery: Electrosurgery is a procedure that uses high-frequency electrical currents to remove skin growths. During the procedure, a small electrode is used to deliver an electric current to the affected area, which vaporizes the tissue and removes the lesion. Electrosurgery is commonly used to remove warts, skin tags, and other benign skin growths.
  • Cryosurgery: Cryosurgery is a procedure that uses extreme cold to freeze and destroy abnormal tissue. During the procedure, liquid nitrogen is applied to the affected area using a special device. Cryosurgery is commonly used to remove warts, skin tags, and other benign skin growths.