Tumours may develop on any part of the human body, on the skin or on soft tissue (fat, muscle). These tumours may be benign or malignant.
The most common causes of malignant skin and soft tissue tumours are:
Even if skin tumour removal is relatively easy, it requires specialised knowledge by a plastic surgeon who will be able to:
A surgeon in experienced reconstructive plastic surgery also addresses deficits from the removal of skin tumours:
The removal procedure depends on the type of the tumour, benign or malignant.
The removal of benign tumours is usually performed with local anaesthesia or anaesthetic cream. In the case of an extended lesion, hospitalisation is required.
The safest solution is a simple surgical excision in conjunction with histological examination of the lesion.
If the doctor is 100% certain that it is not a malignancy, then he may remove the lesion using one of the following methods:
If it is a malignant tumour, then it requires:
In some cases of malignancy, lymph node dissection may be required simultaneously, as well as additional chemotherapy or radiotherapy.
The experienced and qualified staff of Geoplasty Plastic Surgery will advise you about your options and will brief you on your recovery.
If you have some skin lesion that has changed or bothers you, at Geoplasty Plastic Surgery, we offer the most contemporary and reliable techniques for removal of skin tumours.
Dr Georgopoulos has long experience in the treatment of skin and soft tissue tumours, which he acquired at Agios Savvas General Anticancer-Oncology Hospital of Athens, as well as through his commitment to reconstructive and cosmetic surgery. On your first visit, he will examine you thoroughly and guide you responsibly on what you need to do, offering 100% safety for your health.
Furthermore, the experienced and qualified staff of Geoplasty Plastic Surgery will advise you accordingly for your smooth recovery.
Book an appointment to find out all about the risks of a skin tumour, as well as every available option that reconstructive plastic surgery may offer you:
Book an appointment to find out all about the available options and personalised solutions, fully tailored to your needs:
Leoforos Vouliagmenis 14
Voula 16673
14 Vouliagmenis Avenue
Voula 16673
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