Laser papilloma removal - features of the procedure

Laser neoplasm removal is a very common and effective procedure that helps to get rid of unwanted growths. This is a relatively new method, which appeared in the medical arsenal not so long ago, but has already managed to prove its advantage over other methods of removal. The precursors to laser destruction were removal using liquid nitrogen, electricity or a scalpel. All of this can cause considerable inconvenience to the patient, while laser removal shows good results with painless intervention.

Why remove

Papillomas, which are growths of various shapes and sizes, are usually benign neoplasms. They are located in the mucous membranes of the user or his skin. The main reason for their appearance is the action of the human papillomavirus, in most cases sexually transmitted.

Removing these constructions performs several tasks at once:

1. Aesthetic correction.A growing patient may be uncomfortable with excessive attention to them by others. Because of this, a person may feel insecure and uncomfortable, even if the increase does not pose a risk to him.
2. Injury prevention.If the growth is in a traumatic place where the patient touches it constantly, this can lead to splitting of the protruding part. In addition, when you try to cover the papilloma with clothing, there may be a problem such as rubbing the affected area. This is fraught with papilloma damage and possible subsequent infection. Damage can lead to the penetration of microbes, which can cause 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 papilloma.
3. Reducing cancer risk.Despite the fact that growths are benign in nature, there is such a variety of their appearance as warts. They are usually located in intimate places and pose a high risk in terms of developing cancer. To prevent the disease, all warts should be removed.

Do not remove increments yourself. Any attempt to connect a papilloma with a thread, comb, apply some kind of chemical agent on it can worsen its condition.

Benefits of the procedure

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

1. Guaranteed result.Thanks to the laser effect, the growth is completely removed, leaving nothing even in the deep subcutaneous layers. The device is able to penetrate deep enough to clear all traces of the presence of a neoplasm.
2. No pain.Laser exposure gives the patient minimal pain. If you add pre-anesthesia to the procedure with local anesthetics, there is no pain at all.
3. Speed ​​of procedure. Laser papilloma removal takes 2 to 5 minutes per element.
4. Non-invasiveness.The laser beam is in a strictly limited area and does not go beyond it. In this case, more than one part of the laser does not touch the procedure site. This is very important, as this method helps minimize the risk of infection and gives a high guarantee of sterility.
5. No postoperative wounds.If the work is done correctly, there should be no trace of laser action at the site of exposure. This is due to the fact that the affected tissue evaporates completely, and then the new, intact skin takes its place.
6. Bloodless way to wipe.The laser beam is heated by the capillaries that supply blood, quickly closing their walls. As a result, the bleeding stops and does not resume after surgery.
7. Suitable for different body parts.Not all removal methods can be used on any part of the body. Intimate areas, eyelids, etc. are considered particularly sensitive. Laser destruction does a good job at treating growths in these areas thanks to the accuracy of the laser beam.

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

Contraindications

The list of contraindications for this procedure is not as long as for other methods of destruction.Among the stops for laser removal:

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

Furthermore, patients who have recently had the flu or acute respiratory infections should also postpone the procedure for some time.

Description of the procedure

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

The laser beam is directed at the affected area and, as it were, cauterizes unwanted growth. At this point, the cell contents evaporate under the influence of the laser, removing each layer of affected tissue. This happens not only in places easily accessible in open spaces. The procedure for removing the papilloma, for example, on the eyelid, is the same. The only nuance in this area is that a special cooling method is used for the patient to prevent pain and burns at this sensitive point.

Neoplasms in intimate areas are removed according to the same principle. But here the doctor usually uses an anesthetic injection as an anesthetic, injecting the growth from different sides.

The very moment of insertion of the needle can be somewhat painful, but after a few minutes the sensitivity in the affected area disappears completely, and further manipulations are completely painless.

The affected area turns into a small bloodless wound. At the time of destruction, it is disinfected due to the work of the laser. After removing the lump, the doctor treats the affected area with potassium permanganate.

After the procedure, the patient may have slight redness, itching or slight soreness at the papilloma removal site.

This reaction is considered normal, since, despite the non-invasiveness of the procedure, during the operation there was an interference with the integrity of the skin.All discomfort should disappear completely 2-4 days after the procedure.

A dry crust appears later on the wound. Beneath it is a layer of already healthy skin, so its protective peel cannot be torn until it falls off on its own. Otherwise, a scar may remain on the skin, and the recovery process itself may take longer.

Consequences

Complications after laser destruction are rare. As a rule, their presence is associated with diseases that the patient already has, which he did not cure before the procedure. Thus, for example, if the patient had skin inflammation, it may contribute to the appearance of pigmentation. If the skin itself is very sensitive, there may be a slight redness accompanied by a burn. With a high allergic reaction, edema can occur at the site of exposure.

To rule out all undesirable consequences, it is necessary to consult a doctor before performing laser destruction.

Post-procedure care

After removal of the collection, the patient must adhere to the following rules:

• do not allow water to enter the wound for 2-3 days;
• refrain from visiting saunas, baths and swimming pools;
• do not rub the damaged area with a towel;
• do not use adhesive plaster on wounds;
• do not treat papilloma removal site with cleansers, lotions, which contain alcohol;
• avoid exposure to ultraviolet rays.

Several times a day, it is necessary to perform antiseptic treatment of the wound. This should be done by the time the scabies are removed. This treatment should prevent infection and help speed up the full recovery time.To treat the affected area, you can take iodine or a solution of potassium permanganate.

After removal site can be treated with anti-inflammatory oils.

Their action is aimed at accelerating tissue regeneration, relieving inflammation and edema. Before choosing a specific medicine, it is best to consult a doctor.

Which method is better

Laser removal is not the only method that deals with unwanted growth. There are other ways, among which stand out:

Cryodestruction.

Based on the removal of papillomas with liquid nitrogen. Due to exposure to low temperatures, the accumulation begins to collapse and eventually disappears completely. The method is effective, but there are some disadvantages. Among them is the impossibility of complete control over the depth of action of nitrogen. The substance can penetrate very deeply, affecting a healthy area, or, conversely, affect only superficially, without affecting all the layers of localization of the accumulation.

Furthermore, this method is characterized by:

• possibility of postoperative signs;
• painful sensations;
• inability to guarantee the result after the first procedure.

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

Removing the radio wave.

This method of destruction is performed using a special device that acts on papillomas through radio waves. This promotes cluster cutting due to the point effect of the knife on the radio. The precision of the procedure is very high, so that the adjacent tissues are not affected. However, the risk of burns or infection is extremely low.

This method is suitable for removing small benign lesions. It is very efficient, which makes it as popular as laser destruction. Both methods are considered modern approaches to papilloma removal and are used equally well in medicine.

Electrocoagulation.

This method is based on the action of a high frequency electric current that affects the papilloma directly at the wound site. Electrocoagulation is now considered a common but outdated method. This method allows you to prevent bleeding after removing the papilloma by burning the vessels.

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

Estimated cost

The price range depends not only on the region and clinic in which the removal is performed, but also on the number, size and location of the removed removals.

In many clinics there is a discount for the removal of bulk neoplasms: the more patients there are, the cheaper it will be to remove a growth.

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