Lipoma Excision
Permanent surgical removal of benign fatty tumors with complete capsule extraction and refined closure.
What Is Lipoma Surgery?
Lipomas are benign fatty masses beneath the skin that can cause visible contour change and discomfort.
Definitive treatment is complete excision of the lesion and capsule to minimize recurrence risk.
What Concerns Does Lipoma Removal Address?
- 01Visible subcutaneous lumps
- 02Pressure discomfort during movement
- 03Growth over time
- 04Clothing or strap irritation
- 05Diagnostic certainty through pathology
Surgical Excision vs. Liposuction
Liposuction can reduce volume with tiny access points in select cases.
Complete surgical excision remains preferred when recurrence prevention and full pathology assessment are priorities.
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The Clinic Difference
Recurrence often occurs when capsule remnants remain.
Our approach prioritizes intact capsule dissection, dead-space management, and layered closure for contour and scar quality.
Dr. Gandhi's Insider Tip
"Lipomas do not reliably shrink with weight loss; structural removal is the definitive option."
— Clinical Director
Tumescent Local Anesthesia
Provides analgesia, hemostasis support, and clearer tissue planes for dissection.
En Bloc Excision
Lesion and capsule removed as a single unit whenever possible.
Dead Space Management
Layered deep closure reduces seroma risk and supports smooth contour healing.
Is it a long procedure?
Most superficial lipoma excisions are completed in under an hour under local anesthesia.
Is pathology performed?
Yes, excised tissue is typically sent for confirmation.
Will there be a scar?
A linear scar is expected, usually optimized by incision placement and layered closure.
Phase 1: Imaging When Needed
Large or deep lesions may require ultrasound/MRI planning.
Phase 2: Medication Review
Temporary adjustment of blood-thinning agents may be advised.
Phase 3: Comfortable Clothing
Wear loose clothing that avoids friction at the surgical site.
First 48 Hours
Pressure dressing and activity reduction help prevent fluid accumulation.
Days 3 to 14
Progressive return to routine with wound care and follow-up suture management.
Weeks 3 to 6
Tissue settles and scar maturation begins.
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