Hemangioma excision
Definition
Hemangioma excision is surgery to remove a noncancerous blood vessel growth.
See also: Hemangioma
Alternative Names
Birthmark excisionDescription
The procedure is done while you are under general anesthesia (deep asleep and pain-free).
The surgeon will remove the hemangioma. If the hemangioma was large, the site may be covered with a skin graft.
Why the Procedure is Performed
This procedure may be used to remove large hemangiomas that cause symptoms or are disfiguring.
Recovery
The hospital stay will depend on the extent of surgery. Complete healing may take up to 6 weeks.
Outlook (Prognosis)
Cosmetic improvements depend on the size and location of the lesion and the surgeon's skill. Generally, the long-term outlook is quite good.
Risks
The risks for any anesthesia are:
- Reactions to medications
- Problems breathing
- Bleeding
- Infection
- Scarring
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