Laser removal of papillomas - features of the procedure

Laser removal of neoplasms is a very common and effective procedure that helps get rid of unwanted growths. This is a relatively new method that appeared in the medical arsenal not so long ago, but has already managed to prove its advantage over other extraction methods. The pioneers of laser destruction were the removal of liquid nitrogen using electricity or a scalpel. While all of these can cause significant discomfort to the patient, laser removal yields good results with painless intervention.

Why remove it

Papillomas with growths of various shapes and sizes are usually benign neoplasms. It is localized on the mucous membranes or skin of the user. The main reason for their appearance is the effect of the human papillomavirus, which in most cases is transmitted sexually.

Removing these structures performs several tasks at once:

1. Aesthetic correction.A patient with growths may be uncomfortable with excessive attention from others. Therefore, the person may feel insecure and uncomfortable even if the growth does not pose a danger to him.
2. Injury prevention.If the growth is in a traumatic place where the patient is constantly touching, this may cause the protruding part to separate. There may also be a problem when trying to cover the papilloma with clothing, such as rubbing the affected area. This is fraught with papilloma injury and possible subsequent infection. The damage can allow microbes to penetrate, causing inflammation in the wound. If this happens, the damaged area should be treated with peroxide and immediately go to the clinic to remove the remaining portion of the papilloma.
3. Reduces the risk of cancer.Although growths are benign in nature, they have a wide variety of manifestations such as warts. They are usually found in intimate places and pose a great danger in terms of cancer development. All warts should be removed to prevent disease.

Do not remove the growths yourself. Attempts to tie a papilloma with a thread, comb, apply some kind of chemical on it can worsen its condition.

Operation benefits

Laser destruction has several advantages over other cleaning methods.These include:

1. Guaranteed result.Thanks to the effect of the laser, the growth is completely eliminated and nothing remains even in the deep subcutaneous layers. The device can penetrate deep enough to clear all traces of the presence of a neoplasm.
2. Painlessness.Laser exposure causes minimal pain to the patient. If you add local anesthesia and pre-anesthesia to the procedure, there will be no pain.
3. Procedure speed. It takes 2 to 5 minutes per element to remove papillomas using a laser.
4. Not being invader.The laser beam is strictly in a limited area and does not go beyond. In this case, more than one part of the laser does not touch the area where the procedure is performed. This method is very important as it helps to minimize the risk of infection and guarantees a high sterility.
5. No post-operative scar.If the work is done correctly, there should be no traces of laser action at the location of the exposure. This is because the affected tissue evaporates completely and is then replaced by new, intact skin.
6. Bloodless way to delete.The laser beam heats the capillaries that supply blood and quickly closes their walls. As a result, bleeding stops and does not start again after surgery.
7. Suitable for different parts of the body.Not all lifting methods can be used all over the body. Close places, eyelids, etc. It is considered particularly sensitive. Laser destruction does a good job of dealing with growths in such areas due to the sensitivity of the laser beam.

All these factors make laser removal one of the most sought after procedures to get rid of growths.

Contraindications

The list of contraindications for this procedure is not as long as for other destruction methods.Prohibitions on laser removal include:

• diabetes mellitus;
• oncology;
• exacerbation of chronic diseases;
• epilepsy;
• diseases associated with endocrine system problems;
• poor blood coagulation;
• HIV or AIDS;
• acute inflammatory diseases.

In addition, patients who have recently had influenza or acute respiratory infection should postpone the procedure for a while.

Procedure description

Before starting any action to remove growths, the doctor will disinfect the area to be operated on. In some cases, local anesthetic pain relievers are used. Typically, an ointment or spray is used for this. After applying the anesthetic, 2-3 minutes pass and the removal process begins.

The laser beam is directed to the affected area and cauterizes unwanted growth as it happens. At this moment, the contents of the cells evaporate under the action of the laser, removing each layer of the affected tissue. This does not only happen in easily accessible places in open spaces. For example, the procedure for removing the papilloma on the eyelid is the same. The only nuance in this area is the use of a patient-specific cooling method to prevent pain and burns at this sensitive point.

Neoplasms in close proximity are removed according to the same principle. However, here the doctor usually uses an anesthetic injection as an anesthetic and injects the growth from different directions.

The moment the needle is inserted, it can be a bit painful, but after a few minutes the sensitivity in the area of ​​effect disappears completely and further manipulation is completely painless.

The affected area turns into a small bloodless wound. It is disinfected due to the laser operation at the time of destruction. After removing the formation, the doctor applies potassium permanganate to the affected area.

After the procedure, the patient may experience mild redness, itching or mild pain where the papilloma was removed.

This reaction is considered normal because, although the procedure is non-invasive, there has been interference with the integrity of the skin during the operation.All ailments should disappear completely 2-4 days after the procedure.

A dry crust then forms on the wound. It already has a layer of healthy skin underneath, so its protective shell cannot tear until it falls off on its own. Otherwise, there may be a scar on the skin and the healing process may take longer by itself.

Results

Complications after laser destruction are rare. As a rule, their presence is associated with diseases that the patient already had and did not treat before the procedure. So, for example, if the patient has skin inflammation, it can contribute to the appearance of pigmentation. If the skin itself is very sensitive, a slight rash associated with a burn may occur. With a high allergic reaction, edema may occur in the area of ​​exposure.

In order to eliminate all undesirable consequences, it is necessary to consult a doctor before performing laser destruction.

Aftercare

After removing the build, the patient must follow the following rules:

• Do not let water get into the wound for 2-3 days;
Avoid visiting
• saunas, baths and swimming pools;
• do not rub the damaged area with a towel;
• Do not use an adhesive cast on the wound;
Do not treat
• , papilloma removal site with scrub, alcohol-containing lotions;
Avoid exposure to
• ultraviolet rays.

Antiseptic treatment of the wound is required several times a day. This should be done until the crust is removed. This treatment should prevent infection and help speed up the full recovery time.You can take iodine or potassium permanganate solution for the treatment of the damaged area.

After removal of

, the site can be treated with anti-inflammatory ointments.

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Actions are aimed at accelerating tissue regeneration, relieving inflammation and edema. It is best to consult a doctor before choosing a specific remedy.

Which method is better

Laser removal is not the only way to deal with unwanted growth. There are other ways that stand out:

Cryodestruction.

It is based on the removal of papillomas with liquid nitrogen. Due to exposure to low temperatures, the buildup begins to collapse and eventually disappears completely. The method is effective, but has a few drawbacks. Among them, the impossibility of full control over the depth of action of nitrogen. The substance can penetrate very deeply, touch a healthy area, or vice versa, affect only superficially, without affecting all localization layers of the accumulation.

Additionally, this method is characterized as:

• probability of postoperative scarring;
• painful sensations;
Failure to guarantee result after first procedure
• .

Therefore, laser destruction is more effective than cryodestruction. Laser removal is less painful and more likely to guarantee the desired result.

Radio wave correction.

This method of destruction is carried out using a special apparatus that acts on the papilloma through radio waves. This contributes to the excision of the buildup due to the point effect of the radio blade. The sensitivity of the procedure is very high, so neighboring tissues are not affected. However, the risk of burns or infections is extremely low.

This method is suitable for removing small, benign growths. It is highly effective, which makes it as popular as laser destruction. Both methods are considered modern approaches to destroying papillomas and are equally well used in medicine.

Electrocoagulation.

This method is based on the action of a high frequency electric current acting directly on the papilloma at the lesion site. Electrocoagulation is now considered a common but outdated method. This method burns the veins, allowing you to prevent bleeding after papilloma removal.

However, when using high frequency current, patients experience pain that occurs even after anesthesia. This causes some patients to opt out of electrocautery, opting for laser removal as a more advanced and painless method.

Estimated cost

The price range depends not only on the region and clinic where the removal is performed, but also on the number, size and location of the growths extracted.

Many clinics have a discount on mass removal of neoplasms: The more a patient is, the cheaper it will be to remove a growth.

Getting rid of a growth in the genital area can be much more expensive than other parts of the body. Moreover, not every clinic provides such a service due to the complexity of such manipulation.