{"id":2162,"date":"2025-09-16T14:12:03","date_gmt":"2025-09-16T14:12:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ebruayvazoglu.com\/?page_id=2162"},"modified":"2026-03-03T10:14:58","modified_gmt":"2026-03-03T10:14:58","slug":"skin-tumor-excision","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ebruayvazoglu.com\/en\/treatments\/skin-tumor-excision\/","title":{"rendered":"Skin Tumor Excision"},"content":{"rendered":"\n  <div class=\"banner has-hover\" id=\"banner-1093766069\">\n          <div class=\"banner-inner fill\">\n        <div class=\"banner-bg fill\" >\n            <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1020\" height=\"574\" src=\"https:\/\/ebruayvazoglu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Cilt-Tumoru-Eksizyonu-1400x788.jpg\" class=\"bg attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Ankara\">                                    \n                    <\/div>\n\t\t\n        <div class=\"banner-layers container\">\n            <div class=\"fill banner-link\"><\/div>            \n   <div id=\"text-box-916610962\" class=\"text-box banner-layer x50 md-x50 lg-x50 y50 md-y50 lg-y50 res-text\">\n                                <div class=\"text-box-content text dark\">\n              \n              <div class=\"text-inner text-center\">\n                  \n              <\/div>\n           <\/div>\n                            \n<style>\n#text-box-916610962 {\n  width: 60%;\n}\n#text-box-916610962 .text-box-content {\n  font-size: 100%;\n}\n@media (min-width:550px) {\n  #text-box-916610962 {\n    width: 60%;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n    <\/div>\n \n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n            \n<style>\n#banner-1093766069 {\n  padding-top: 400px;\n}\n#banner-1093766069 .banner-bg img {\n  object-position: 32% 37%;\n}\n@media (min-width:550px) {\n  #banner-1093766069 {\n    padding-top: 40%;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n\n\t<section class=\"section\" id=\"section_542011540\">\n\t\t<div class=\"section-bg fill\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content relative\">\n\t\t\t\n  <div id=\"page-header-820765064\" class=\"page-header-wrapper\">\n  <div class=\"page-title dark simple-title\">\n\n    \n    <div class=\"page-title-inner container align-center text-center flex-row-col medium-flex-wrap\" >\n              <div class=\"title-wrapper flex-col\">\n          <h1 class=\"entry-title mb-0\">\n            Skin Tumor Excision Surgery in Ankara, Turkey          <\/h1>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"title-content flex-col\">\n        <div class=\"title-breadcrumbs pb-half pt-half\"><\/div>      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n       <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  \n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n<style>\n#section_542011540 {\n  padding-top: 30px;\n  padding-bottom: 30px;\n  background-color: #aa2665;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/section>\n\t\n\n\t<section class=\"section\" id=\"section_711333077\">\n\t\t<div class=\"section-bg fill\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content relative\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"row\"  id=\"row-679134118\">\n\n\t<div id=\"col-534121014\" class=\"col small-12 large-12\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n<p>Skin tumor excision is the surgical removal of benign or malignant tumors that develop on the skin. It is performed both for diagnosis and treatment, and the removed tissue is sent for pathological examination.<\/p>\n<p>In skin tumor surgery, the entire tumor is removed with safe surgical margins. When cancer is suspected, a wider excision is preferred. The procedure may be performed under local or general anesthesia and is usually completed in a short time.<\/p>\n<p>The postoperative healing process varies depending on the size and location of the lesion. For small lesions, stitches may be removed within a few days, while healing can take longer after wide excisions. Regular dressing changes and proper wound care are important.<\/p>\n<p>Cosmetic outcomes are also considered after skin tumor excision. With aesthetic suturing techniques, scarring can be minimized. The postoperative pathology report plays a critical role in determining the further treatment plan.<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>What You Need to Know<\/td>\n<td>Information<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Definition<\/td>\n<td>Skin tumor excision is the surgical removal of benign or malignant tumors that form on the skin.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Purpose of Surgery<\/td>\n<td>The aims are complete removal of tumor tissue, establishing a diagnosis (via biopsy), preventing spread, and improving cosmetic appearance.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Techniques Used<\/td>\n<td>Local excision (with a surgical incision), Mohs surgery (especially for facial areas), electrocautery, and cryotherapy may be used.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Type of Anesthesia<\/td>\n<td>Usually performed under local anesthesia; general anesthesia may be preferred for large lesions or in children.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Procedure Time<\/td>\n<td>Ranges from 15 minutes to 1 hour, depending on the size and location of the lesion.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hospital Stay<\/td>\n<td>Usually done as an outpatient procedure with same-day discharge.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Healing Process<\/td>\n<td>Wound healing typically takes 7\u201314 days; stitch removal is usually done within 5\u201314 days.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Postoperative Pain<\/td>\n<td>Mild pain may occur and is usually controlled with over-the-counter pain relievers.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Risk of Complications<\/td>\n<td>Risks may include bleeding, infection, widening or hardening of the scar, and tumor recurrence.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Success Rate<\/td>\n<td>With early diagnosis and complete excision, success rates are high. In particular, Mohs surgery has very high clearance rates.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Postoperative Follow-up<\/td>\n<td>Pathology results are reviewed. Regular dermatologic follow-up is required for malignant tumors.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Return to Physical Activity<\/td>\n<td>For small lesions, normal daily activities can be resumed immediately; for larger excisions, a few days of rest may be advised.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Alternatives<\/td>\n<td>Laser therapy, cryotherapy, topical medications, or radiotherapy may be alternatives in some cases; however, surgical excision is often the most effective option.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#col-534121014 > .col-inner {\n  margin: 0px 0px -30px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n<style>\n#section_711333077 {\n  padding-top: 30px;\n  padding-bottom: 30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/section>\n\t\n\n\t<section class=\"section\" id=\"section_732589418\">\n\t\t<div class=\"section-bg fill\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t<div class=\"is-border\"\n\t\tstyle=\"border-width:-50px 0px 0px 0px;margin:-50px 0px 0px 0px;\">\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content relative\">\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n<div class=\"row\"  id=\"row-1031581718\">\r\n\r\n\n\t<div id=\"col-1012089994\" class=\"col small-12 large-12\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n<p>You can contact Prof. Dr. Ebru Soy, one of the doctors performing  in Ankara, to get information about  prices, the process, and the hospital where  is performed.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#col-1012089994 > .col-inner {\n  margin: -60px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\r\n\n\t<div id=\"col-1625626296\" class=\"col small-12 large-12\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner dark\" style=\"background-color:#aa2665;\" >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n<div class=\"row align-center\"  id=\"row-1774140522\">\r\n\r\n\n\t<div id=\"col-697210462\" class=\"col medium-5 small-12 large-5\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n\t<div class=\"img has-hover border-gorsel-hakkimda 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Soy<\/strong><\/div>\r\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-2666079578 {\n  font-size: 1.25rem;\n}\n@media (min-width:550px) {\n  #text-2666079578 {\n    font-size: 2rem;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\r\n\t<div id=\"text-3490267966\" class=\"text text-justify\">\n\t\t\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Education;<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>High School:<\/strong> TED Ankara College \u2013 Graduation: 1998<br \/><strong>Faculty of Medicine:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/tip.hacettepe.edu.tr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine<\/a> \u2013 Graduation: 2005<br \/><strong>Specialization:<\/strong> General Surgery Residency Training \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/tip.baskent.edu.tr\/kw\/index.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ba\u015fkent University Faculty of Medicine<\/a>, Department of General Surgery \u2013 2012<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Post-Specialization Career;<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>2012\u20132014:<\/strong> Compulsory public service \u2013 Mu\u015f State Hospital<br \/><strong>January 2014 \u2013 November 2022:<\/strong> Ba\u015fkent University Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery \u2013 Served as a specialist physician and later as an academician<br \/><strong>March 2016 \u2013 October 2017:<\/strong> Ba\u015fkent University Istanbul Practice Hospital \u2013 Deputy Director Responsible for Liver Transplantation<br \/><strong>June 2020 \u2013 November 2022:<\/strong> Ba\u015fkent University Ankara Hospital \u2013 Director of the International Patient Department<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/ebruayvazoglu.com\/en\/about-me\/\" class=\"button white is-outline is-small\" style=\"border-radius:99px;\">\n\t\t<span>Review Resume<\/span>\n\t<\/a>\n\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/api.whatsapp.com\/send\/?phone=905319478498\" class=\"button white is-small\" style=\"border-radius:99px;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t<span>Get in 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href=\"https:\/\/ebruayvazoglu.com\/en\/treatments\/skin-tumor-excision\/#Which_Skin_Lesions_Are_Treated_With_Surgical_Excision\" >Which Skin Lesions Are Treated With Surgical Excision?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ebruayvazoglu.com\/en\/treatments\/skin-tumor-excision\/#What_to_Expect_Before_Skin_Tumor_Excision\" >What to Expect Before Skin Tumor Excision<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/ebruayvazoglu.com\/en\/treatments\/skin-tumor-excision\/#How_Is_Malignant_Tumor_Excision_Performed\" >How Is Malignant Tumor Excision Performed?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/ebruayvazoglu.com\/en\/treatments\/skin-tumor-excision\/#Do_Surgical_Methods_Change_for_Benign_Lesions\" >Do Surgical Methods Change for Benign Lesions?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/ebruayvazoglu.com\/en\/treatments\/skin-tumor-excision\/#How_Is_the_Wound_Repaired_After_Surgical_Excision\" >How Is the Wound Repaired After Surgical Excision?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/ebruayvazoglu.com\/en\/treatments\/skin-tumor-excision\/#Home_Care_After_Skin_Tumor_Excision\" >Home Care After Skin Tumor Excision<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/ebruayvazoglu.com\/en\/treatments\/skin-tumor-excision\/#What_Can_Be_Done_to_Improve_Scar_Healing\" >What Can Be Done to Improve Scar Healing?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/ebruayvazoglu.com\/en\/treatments\/skin-tumor-excision\/#Are_There_Risks_Like_in_Any_Surgical_Procedure\" >Are There Risks Like in Any Surgical Procedure?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/ebruayvazoglu.com\/en\/treatments\/skin-tumor-excision\/#Why_Is_Postoperative_Follow-up_Important\" >Why Is Postoperative Follow-up Important?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/ebruayvazoglu.com\/en\/treatments\/skin-tumor-excision\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Surgical_Excision_and_What_Are_Its_Main_Goals\"><\/span>What Is Surgical Excision and What Are Its Main Goals?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Surgical excision, in its simplest form, is the removal of a skin lesion using a scalpel together with a small amount of surrounding healthy tissue. This is almost always performed under local anesthesia, meaning only the area being treated is numbed with an injection. As a result, the patient does not feel pain during the procedure and can usually return to daily life shortly afterward.<\/p>\n<p>This important procedure has several main goals:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Treatment<\/li>\n<li>Definitive diagnosis<\/li>\n<li>Preserving function and achieving the best cosmetic outcome<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>When a malignant tumor is present, the primary goal is to remove all cancerous tissue. This includes not only the visible tumor but also any microscopic cancer cells that may extend into the surrounding skin. For this reason, the lesion is excised with a \u201csafety margin\u201d of healthy tissue, which is vital for reducing the risk of recurrence.<\/p>\n<p>At the same time, all removed tissue is sent to the pathology laboratory to establish a definitive diagnosis. Whether a lesion is benign or malignant can only be confirmed through microscopic examination, which is the gold standard and determines the next steps in treatment. Finally, especially in visible or functional areas such as the face, hands, or joints, modern surgery places strong emphasis on preserving function and minimizing scarring through careful planning and technique.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_There_a_Difference_Between_Excision_for_Diagnosis_and_Excision_for_Treatment\"><\/span>Is There a Difference Between Excision for Diagnosis and Excision for Treatment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Yes. The intent of the procedure may vary\u2014sometimes it is mainly diagnostic, sometimes mainly therapeutic, and often both. This is where an excisional biopsy comes in. In this method, the entire suspicious lesion is removed together with a narrow rim of healthy tissue. If the lesion is small and benign, or represents a very early cancer, this single procedure can both establish the diagnosis and complete the treatment.<\/p>\n<p>In some cases the lesion may be large. Then, instead of removing it all at once, a small sample is taken first to identify what it is. This is called an incisional biopsy. After the pathology result is available, a definitive therapeutic excision can be planned.<\/p>\n<p>If melanoma\u2014a serious form of skin cancer\u2014is suspected, the way the initial biopsy is performed can affect the entire treatment course. The recommended approach is to remove the whole lesion with a narrow margin. This allows the pathologist to measure tumor thickness accurately (Breslow depth), which is one of the most important factors for staging. If the first biopsy is excessively wide, lymphatic channels may be disrupted and this can complicate or even invalidate a sentinel (watchman) lymph node biopsy, which is often needed to assess spread. Therefore, the first biopsy is not only a diagnostic step but a strategic move that guides the correct treatment pathway.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Skin_Lesions_Are_Treated_With_Surgical_Excision\"><\/span>Which Skin Lesions Are Treated With Surgical Excision?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Surgical excision is an effective solution for a broad range of benign and malignant skin conditions.<\/p>\n<p>The most common malignant (cancerous) skin tumors include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)<\/li>\n<li>Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC)<\/li>\n<li>Malignant Melanoma<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Benign (non-cancerous) lesions are usually excised due to symptoms or to rule out cancer. Common benign conditions that may require excision include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Atypical (suspicious) moles<\/li>\n<li>Cysts that frequently become inflamed or continue to enlarge<\/li>\n<li>Painful or rapidly growing lipomas<\/li>\n<li>Lesions that are repeatedly irritated or bleed<\/li>\n<li>Moles, cysts, or other growths that cause cosmetic concern<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#col-635306432 > .col-inner {\n  margin: 0px 0px -30px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n<style>\n#section_299637914 {\n  padding-top: 30px;\n  padding-bottom: 30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/section>\n\t\n\n\t<section class=\"section\" id=\"section_563990927\">\n\t\t<div class=\"section-bg fill\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content relative\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<div class=\"row\"  id=\"row-125204868\">\n\n\n\t<div id=\"col-1055399118\" class=\"col small-12 large-12\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t<div 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Before the operation, several steps are taken to ensure both your safety and the best possible outcome.<\/p>\n<p>First, a detailed medical assessment is performed. Your doctor may ask questions such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Do you have chronic conditions such as diabetes or heart disease?<\/li>\n<li>Which medications do you take regularly?<\/li>\n<li>Do you use blood thinners (aspirin, warfarin, etc.)?<\/li>\n<li>Do you take supplements such as fish oil or vitamin E?<\/li>\n<li>Do you have allergies to any medication, metal, or substance?<\/li>\n<li>How have your previous wounds healed\u2014do you tend to form raised scars?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Based on this information, decisions are made about issues such as how long before the procedure blood thinners should be paused.<\/p>\n<p>Next comes surgical site planning. The direction of the incision is important to keep the scar as discreet as possible. Skin has natural tension lines. Incisions made parallel to these lines are exposed to less stress during healing and typically produce thinner, more aesthetic scars. Therefore, before anesthesia is administered, the lesion and planned margins are marked in a way that respects these natural lines.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, the informed consent process takes place. The reason for the procedure, potential risks and benefits, alternative options, and the expected postoperative course are discussed in detail. This consultation\u2014where your questions are answered and you feel confident about the plan\u2014is a crucial part of treatment.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Is_Malignant_Tumor_Excision_Performed\"><\/span>How Is Malignant Tumor Excision Performed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When removing a malignant tumor, the key principle is to leave no cancer cells behind. Therefore, the technique is selected carefully based on tumor type and risk level.<\/p>\n<p>The most commonly used approach is standard elliptical excision. In this technique, the tumor is removed in an elliptical shape with a predetermined safety margin, allowing the wound to close more easily and with better cosmetic results. For example, a 4 mm margin may be sufficient for a low-risk basal cell carcinoma, while a squamous cell carcinoma may require a 4\u20136 mm margin.<\/p>\n<p>With malignant melanoma, the approach differs. Here, the main factor determining surgical margins is not the width of the tumor but its vertical depth (Breslow thickness) reported by pathology. Evidence-based guidelines define the recommended margins by thickness. For instance, a melanoma thinner than 1 mm is typically treated with a 1 cm margin, while a melanoma thicker than 2 mm often requires a 2 cm margin. This reduces recurrence risk without unnecessary tissue loss.<\/p>\n<p>In melanomas above certain thickness thresholds, it may also be necessary to evaluate the first lymph nodes that cancer would likely spread to. This is called sentinel lymph node biopsy and is often performed in the same session as tumor removal. It is not a treatment itself, but a staging procedure that helps determine whether additional therapy is needed.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Surgical_Methods_Change_for_Benign_Lesions\"><\/span>Do Surgical Methods Change for Benign Lesions?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Yes. Since the goal is not cancer clearance, simpler methods that preserve more tissue are often preferred.<\/p>\n<p>Simple excision is commonly used for moles, cysts, and lipomas. Removing the entire lesion addresses the problem and allows pathology to confirm benignity. In cysts, removing the capsule intact is important to prevent recurrence. Lipomas can often be removed through a relatively small incision.<\/p>\n<p>For some raised benign growths, shave excision (shave biopsy) may be used. With a special blade, the lesion is removed at the skin surface level, often without stitches and with a faster healing process.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#col-1131813853 > .col-inner {\n  margin: 0px 0px -30px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n<style>\n#section_1268930842 {\n  padding-top: 30px;\n  padding-bottom: 30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/section>\n\t\n\n\t<section class=\"section\" id=\"section_558792733\">\n\t\t<div class=\"section-bg fill\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content relative\">\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n<div class=\"row\"  id=\"row-505032836\">\r\n\r\n\n\t<div id=\"col-642130638\" class=\"col small-12 large-12\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t<div class=\"is-border\"\n\t\tstyle=\"border-color:rgb(170, 38, 101);border-radius:20px;border-width:3px 3px 3px 3px;\">\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n<div class=\"row\"  id=\"row-1518723678\">\r\n\r\n\n\t<div id=\"col-804117747\" class=\"col medium-6 small-12 large-6\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\r\n\r\n\t<div id=\"text-258293880\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\r\n\r\n<div><strong>Contact Us. <\/strong><\/div>\r\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-258293880 {\n  font-size: 1.55rem;\n  color: #aa2665;\n}\n#text-258293880 > * {\n  color: #aa2665;\n}\n@media (min-width:550px) {\n  #text-258293880 {\n    font-size: 2.5rem;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\r\n\t<div id=\"gap-1455881149\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-1455881149 {\n  padding-top: 20px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\r\n\r\n<div>You can request an online appointment by filling out the form. 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In surgery, this follows a principle called the \u201creconstructive ladder,\u201d meaning the simplest effective method is chosen first.<\/p>\n<p>Wound-closure options may include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Primary closure<\/li>\n<li>Healing by secondary intention<\/li>\n<li>Skin grafts<\/li>\n<li>Local flaps<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The most common method is primary closure, where the wound edges are brought together and sutured directly if there is enough laxity. Layered closure is often used for improved cosmetic results: deeper absorbable stitches reduce tension, and finer superficial sutures precisely approximate the skin edges and are removed later.<\/p>\n<p>If the wound is too large to close directly, a skin graft may be used. A piece of skin is taken from another area (such as behind the ear or above the clavicle, where color\/texture match is good) and transplanted to cover the defect.<\/p>\n<p>For larger or more complex defects, local flaps are preferred. Nearby healthy tissue is shifted or rotated while preserving its blood supply to close the wound. This is especially valuable in aesthetic and mobile facial regions such as the nose, lips, and cheeks because it provides excellent color and texture match.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Home_Care_After_Skin_Tumor_Excision\"><\/span>Home Care After Skin Tumor Excision<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The success of surgery depends not only on the procedure itself but also on proper postoperative care at home. Following simple rules helps speed healing and improves the final result.<\/p>\n<p>General care recommendations:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Keep the pressure dressing clean and dry for the first 24\u201348 hours.<\/li>\n<li>For procedures on the head\/neck, sleep with your head elevated for the first few days.<\/li>\n<li>After the dressing is opened, clean the wound as instructed by your doctor.<\/li>\n<li>Do not let the wound dry out and crust\u2014keep it moist with the recommended antibiotic ointment or petroleum jelly.<\/li>\n<li>Prefer acetaminophen (paracetamol)-based pain relievers for discomfort.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid aspirin-like medications that may increase bleeding risk in the first few days, unless prescribed.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid heavy exercise and strenuous activity for the period advised by your doctor (often 1\u20132 weeks).<\/li>\n<li>Avoid swimming pools or the sea until stitches are removed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Can_Be_Done_to_Improve_Scar_Healing\"><\/span>What Can Be Done to Improve Scar Healing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A scar can take up to a year to fully mature. During this time, a few measures can significantly improve its appearance:<\/p>\n<p>Helpful methods include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Sun protection<\/li>\n<li>Silicone-based products<\/li>\n<li>Massage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The most important step is sun protection. New scars are highly sensitive to UV exposure and can permanently darken. Applying a high-SPF sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) regularly for at least one year is crucial. Once the wound has fully closed, and with your doctor\u2019s approval, silicone gel or silicone sheets and gentle massage can help the scar become softer, flatter, and lighter over time.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_There_Risks_Like_in_Any_Surgical_Procedure\"><\/span>Are There Risks Like in Any Surgical Procedure?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Although skin tumor excision is very safe, it carries potential risks like any surgery. These risks are rare but should be understood.<\/p>\n<p>Possible risks include bleeding, hematoma (collection of blood under the skin), and infection. Infection is uncommon, but warning signs may include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Increasing redness around the wound<\/li>\n<li>Worsening pain<\/li>\n<li>Swelling and warmth<\/li>\n<li>Yellow-green, foul-smelling drainage<\/li>\n<li>Fever<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Less common risks include wound dehiscence (opening), nerve injury, and abnormal scar formation. Some temporary numbness around the incision is expected if small sensory nerves are cut and usually improves over time. Abnormal healing may occur in people with genetic predisposition, resulting in hypertrophic scars (raised but within wound borders) or keloids (raised scars that extend beyond the wound borders).<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Is_Postoperative_Follow-up_Important\"><\/span>Why Is Postoperative Follow-up Important?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Postoperative follow-up is an essential part of treatment for two main reasons. First, it allows the doctor to confirm proper healing and remove stitches at the right time (usually 1\u20132 weeks after the procedure).<\/p>\n<p>Second\u2014and more importantly\u2014if the removed lesion is malignant, follow-up serves an oncologic purpose. A person diagnosed with skin cancer has a higher lifetime risk of developing another skin cancer compared with the general population. Therefore, depending on the cancer type and stage, regular follow-up examinations (for example every 6 months in the first years, then annually) are vital. These visits help detect recurrence or a new lesion at the earliest possible stage.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#col-1867834055 > .col-inner {\n  margin: 0px 0px -30px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n<style>\n#section_640548167 {\n  padding-top: 30px;\n  padding-bottom: 30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/section>\n\t\n\n\t<section class=\"section\" id=\"section_1073951318\">\n\t\t<div class=\"section-bg fill\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content relative\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"row\"  id=\"row-1121792862\">\n\n\t<div id=\"col-939815352\" class=\"col small-12 large-12\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t<div id=\"text-824030642\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-824030642 {\n  font-size: 1.5rem;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<div class=\"accordion\">\n\t<div id=\"accordion-3841226977\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-3841226977-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-when-is-skin-tumor-excision-necessary?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-3841226977-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>When is skin tumor excision necessary?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-3841226977-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-3841226977-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Skin tumor excision is performed when malignant or suspicious lesions need to be completely removed. Signs such as growth, color change, bleeding, or pain may make surgical intervention necessary.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-2368440548\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-2368440548-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-which-tests-are-done-before-skin-tumor-excision?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-2368440548-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>Which tests are done before skin tumor excision?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-2368440548-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-2368440548-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Before the procedure, dermoscopy, biopsy, and if needed imaging are used to evaluate the tumor\u2019s type, depth, and spread. These tests help determine the correct surgical margins.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-417596660\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-417596660-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-can-skin-tumor-excision-be-performed-under-local-anesthesia?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-417596660-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>Can skin tumor excision be performed under local anesthesia?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-417596660-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-417596660-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Yes. Most skin tumor excisions are performed under local anesthesia, so the patient does not feel pain during the procedure and is usually discharged the same day.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-69826701\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-69826701-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-will-there-be-a-stitch-scar-after-skin-tumor-excision?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-69826701-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>Will there be a stitch scar after skin tumor excision?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-69826701-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-69826701-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>A stitch scar is usually a thin line. Its appearance depends on surgical technique, skin type, and wound care. With aesthetic suturing methods, visibility can be minimized.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-716586641\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-716586641-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-when-will-the-pathology-result-be-ready-after-skin-tumor-excision?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-716586641-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>When will the pathology result be ready after skin tumor excision?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-716586641-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-716586641-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Pathology results are usually available within 5 to 10 days. This result determines whether the tumor is benign or malignant and guides any additional treatment plan if needed.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-419593481\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-419593481-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-is-there-a-risk-of-recurrence-after-skin-tumor-excision?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-419593481-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>Is there a risk of recurrence after skin tumor excision?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-419593481-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-419593481-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Yes. Some tumor types carry a recurrence risk. Inadequate margins or aggressive tumor biology may increase this risk. Regular dermatologic follow-ups are important.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-1198258668\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-1198258668-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-how-should-care-be-managed-after-skin-tumor-excision?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-1198258668-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>How should care be managed after skin tumor excision?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-1198258668-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-1198258668-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>The wound should be kept clean and dressings changed as advised. Stitches are usually removed within 7\u201310 days, and sun protection is important during healing.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-2506158382\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-2506158382-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-could-radiotherapy-be-needed-after-skin-tumor-excision?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-2506158382-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>Could radiotherapy be needed after skin tumor excision?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-2506158382-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-2506158382-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>In some malignant tumors\u2014especially if margins are uncertain or recurrence risk is high\u2014radiotherapy may be recommended. This decision is made based on pathology in a multidisciplinary setting.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-1211154646\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-1211154646-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-how-long-does-recovery-take-after-skin-tumor-excision?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-1211154646-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>How long does recovery take after skin tumor excision?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-1211154646-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-1211154646-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Recovery usually completes within 2\u20133 weeks. However, the wound gains full strength over several months. During this period, smoking and infection risks should be avoided.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-1476139314\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-1476139314-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-what-are-the-cosmetic-outcomes-of-skin-tumor-excision?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-1476139314-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>What are the cosmetic outcomes of skin tumor excision?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-1476139314-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-1476139314-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>When surgical planning follows aesthetic principles, incisions are placed parallel to natural skin lines. 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