Laser removal of neoplasms is a very common and effective procedure that helps eliminate undesirable tumors. It is a relatively new method, which appeared in the medical arsenal not long ago, but has already proved its advantage over other methods of removal. The precursors of laser destruction were removed with liquid nitrogen, electricity or a scalpel. All of this can cause significant discomfort 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 on the user's mucous membranes or on their skin. The main reason for its appearance is the action of the human papillomavirus, in most cases sexually transmitted.
Removing these rollovers performs several tasks at once:
- Aesthetic correction.A patient with tumors may feel uncomfortable with others' excessive attention to them. Because of this, a person may feel insecure and uncomfortable, even if growth does not pose a danger to him.
- Injury prevention.If the tumor is in a traumatic location, where the patient constantly touches it, this can lead to the separation of the protruding part. In addition, when trying to cover the papilloma with clothing, there may be the problem of rubbing the affected area. This is fraught with lesions in the papilloma and possible subsequent infection. The damage can lead to microbes penetrating, 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 part of the papilloma.
- Reducing the risk of cancer.Despite the fact that growths are benign in nature, there are a variety of their manifestations like warts. They are usually located in intimate locations and pose a great danger in terms of the development of cancer. To prevent the disease, all warts must be removed.
Do not remove growths on your own. Any attempt to tie a papilloma with a thread, comb it, apply some kind of chemical agent to it can worsen its condition.
Benefits of the procedure
Laser destruction has several advantages over other removal methods.This includes:
- Guaranteed result.Thanks to the laser effect, the tumor is completely removed, leaving nothing even in the deep subcutaneous layers. The device is capable of penetrating deep enough to clear all traces of the presence of a neoplasm.
- No pain.Laser exposure causes minimal pain for the patient. If you add preliminary anesthesia with local anesthetics to the procedure, there will be no pain.
- Speed of the procedure. Laser removal of papillomas requires 2 to 5 minutes per element.
- Non-invasive.The laser beam is in a strictly limited area and does not extend beyond it. In this case, more than one part of the laser does not reach the procedure site. This is very important, as this method helps to minimize the risk of infection and gives a high guarantee of sterility.
- No postoperative scarring.If the job is done correctly, there should be no trace of the laser action at the exhibition site. This is due to the fact that the affected tissue is completely evaporated, and then a new, intact skin takes its place.
- Bloodless way to delete.The laser beam heats the capillaries that supply blood, quickly sealing their walls. As a result, bleeding stops and does not start again after surgery.
- Suitable for different parts of the body.Not all removal methods can be used on all parts of the body. Intimate places, eyelids, etc. are considered especially sensitive. Laser destruction does a good job of dealing with growth in these areas, thanks to the precision of the laser beam.
All of these factors make laser removal one of the most sought after procedures for getting rid of growth.
Contraindications
The list of contraindications for this procedure is not as long as for other methods of destruction.Among the laser removal prohibitions:
- diabetes mellitus;
- oncology;
- exacerbation of chronic diseases; epilepsy;
- diseases associated with problems with the endocrine system;
- poor blood clotting;
- HIV or AIDS;
- acute inflammatory diseases.
In addition, patients who have had flu or acute respiratory infections recently should also postpone the procedure for some time.
Description of the procedure
Before starting any procedure to remove growths, the doctor will disinfect the area to be operated on. In some cases, the local anesthetic is used. Usually, an ointment or spray is used for this. After the application of the anesthetic, 2 to 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 that moment, the cell contents are evaporated under the influence of the laser, removing each layer of the affected tissue. This happens not only in easily accessible places 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 method of cooling is used for the patient to prevent pain and burns at this sensitive point.
Neoplasms in intimate places are removed according to the same principle. But here the doctor usually uses an anesthetic injection as an anesthetic, injecting the tumor from different sides.
The exact moment of needle insertion can be somewhat painful, but after a few minutes, the sensitivity in the area of influence disappears completely and the subsequent 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 buildup, the doctor treats the affected area with potassium permanganate.
After the procedure, the patient may experience mild redness, itching or mild pain at the site of the papilloma removal.
This reaction is considered normal, because, despite the non-invasiveness of the procedure, during the operation there was interference in the integrity of the skin.All discomfort should disappear completely 2 to 4 days after the procedure.
A dry crust appears later on the wound. Underneath it is a layer of healthy skin, so that its protective skin cannot be peeled off 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, its 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 inflammation of the skin, it can contribute to the appearance of pigmentation. If the skin itself is very sensitive, there may be a slight redness associated with a burn. With a high allergic reaction, edema may occur at the exposure site.
To exclude all undesirable consequences, it is necessary to consult a doctor before carrying out the destruction of the laser.
Care after the procedure
After removing the buildup, the patient must comply with the following rules:
- does not allow water to enter 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 tape on the wound;
- do not treat the papilloma removal site with exfoliating, lotions containing alcohol;
- avoid exposure to ultraviolet rays.
Several times a day, it is necessary to perform antiseptic treatment of the wound. This must be done until the crust is removed. This treatment should prevent infections and help speed up the time for complete healing.To treat the damaged area, you can take iodine or a solution of potassium permanganate.
After removal, the site can be treated with anti-inflammatory ointments.
Its action aims to accelerate tissue regeneration, relieving inflammation and edema. Before choosing a specific remedy, it is best to consult a doctor.
Which method is better
Laser removal is not the only method of dealing with unwanted growth. There are also other forms, among which stand out:
Cryodestruction.
Based on the removal of papillomas with liquid nitrogen. Due to exposure to low temperatures, the build-up begins to collapse and eventually disappears completely. The method is effective, but it has several disadvantages. Among them, the impossibility of total control over the depth of action of nitrogen. The substance can pass very deeply, touching a healthy area, or vice versa, affecting only superficially, without affecting all layers of location of the accumulation.
In addition, this method is characterized by:
- the possibility of postoperative scarring;
- painful sensations;
- Inability to guarantee the result after the first procedure.
Thus, the destruction of the laser shows greater efficiency compared to the free destruction. Laser removal is less painful and more likely to guarantee the desired result.
Removal of radio waves.
This destruction method is carried out by means of a special apparatus that acts on the papilloma by means of radio waves. This promotes the excision of the accumulation due to the knife edge effect of the radius. The accuracy of the procedure is very high, so that 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 highly efficient, which makes it as popular as laser destruction. Both methods are considered modern approaches to the removal of papillomas and are used equally well in medicine.
Electrocoagulation.
This method is based on the action of a high frequency electrical current that acts on the papilloma directly at the injury 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 appears even after anesthesia. This causes some patients to abandon electrocautery, opting for laser removal as the most advanced and painless method.
Estimated cost
The price range depends not only on the region and clinic where the withdrawal takes place, but also on the number, size and location of the withdrawn growths.
In many clinics there is a discount for the removal of neoplasms in bulk: the more the patient has, the cheaper it will be to remove a tumor.
Eliminating a tumor in the genital area can be significantly more expensive than in other parts of the body. In addition, not every clinic offers such a service due to the complexity of such manipulation.