Skin lesions can range from benign fibromas, warts or prosacchiae to pigmented nevi, helmets or other structures that require diagnosis. At Bednarek Clinic, we offer safe and effective methods of removing skin lesions, both for aesthetic and medical reasons. An important part of our practice is the submission of the removed material for histopathological examination, which allows us to determine the nature of the lesion and provide complete care.
Surgical removal of skin lesions
Surgical removal of the skin lesion may be recommended when:
- the lesion is suspicious: it grows, changes color, itches or bleeds,
- appeared suddenly,
- We want to have diagnostic certainty (histopathological examination),
- The change is aesthetically undesirable,
- The types of lesions that can be surgically removed include pigmented nevi, hemangiomas, soft fibromas, cysts, cysts, or skin cancerous lesions.
Course of treatment
- Initial consultation
During the consultation, the doctor assesses the lesion (location, size, nature), discusses possible methods and potential risks.
- Local anesthesia
The procedure is performed under local anesthesia, which minimizes discomfort.
- Removal of the lesion
The doctor precisely excises the lesion or elliptical piece of skin according to the surgical plan. If necessary, tissue reconstruction (suturing, site plasticity) is performed.
- Wound protection
A dressing is applied after the procedure.
- Histopathological examination
The removed lesion is routinely sent to a histopathology laboratory, which allows for an accurate analysis – whether the lesion was benign or requires further observation or treatment.
Recovery
- The healing period depends on the size and location of the lesion: it can last from a few days to several weeks,
- After the procedure, it may be necessary to remove the stitches – usually during a follow-up visit after 7-10 days,
- We recommend protection of the treatment site, hygiene and possible use of ointments to promote healing,
- In the case of larger or strategic lesions (such as on the face), recovery may require more care, and the eventual scar may require monitoring.