Removing benign skin growths does not always require invasive surgical procedures. Modern methods make it possible to resolve the issue quickly, painlessly, and without scarring. One of the most effective methods is electrocoagulation.

What is Electrocoagulation?

Electrocoagulation is a method for removing benign skin growths using high-frequency current. This technique is used for various pathologies such as papillomas, warts, keratomas, atheromas, and others.

Benefits of Electrocoagulation

Electrocoagulation offers several key advantages:

• Safety and effectiveness: The method allows for targeted treatment of the growth, with minimal impact on healthy tissue, reducing the risk of scarring and other cosmetic defects.
• Simultaneous removal and coagulation: During the removal of the growth, blood vessels are simultaneously coagulated (burned), preventing bleeding and accelerating the healing process.
• Versatility: Suitable for removing skin growths of various sizes and allows for histological examination of tissue samples.

At the EMC clinic, the procedure is performed by qualified surgeons and dermatologists using modern equipment, ensuring high effectiveness and minimal risks to the patient’s health.

Indications and Contraindications

Electrocoagulation is recommended for the removal of superficial benign skin growths, such as:

• Papillomas and viral warts
• Keratomas (sun or seborrheic)
• Atheromas (cysts filled with sebum)
• Condylomas (genital warts)
• Nevi (moles)
• Molluscum contagiosum
• Soft fibromas (papillomas)

However, there are some contraindications:

• Active herpes infection
• Presence of a pacemaker, unless the device is pre-programmed for this procedure

How Does the Procedure Work?

The procedure is carried out in the clinic and does not require hospitalization. A local anesthetic is applied to the skin for pain relief, or a solution of an anesthetic (articaine or lidocaine) is injected under the skin growth. The doctor then applies high-frequency current to the skin growth through a special device. The current causes the coagulation of the protein structures of the growth and the surrounding blood vessels, leading to their destruction and subsequent shedding. A scab forms at the site of the removed growth, which falls off once the skin underneath heals, without scarring or marks, if the growth was superficial.

After the procedure, a sterile bandage is applied to the treated area. The healing period varies depending on the size and location of the skin growth and usually lasts from a few days to two weeks.

Aftercare Following Electrocoagulation

Proper aftercare following the procedure is important for fast and safe healing. Follow these recommendations:

• Do not wet the treated area on the first day after removal.
• Avoid direct sunlight exposure on the wound.
• Do not use makeup or cosmetic products on the treated area until it is fully healed.
• Do not remove the scab that forms after the skin growth is removed (it will fall off on its own once the skin underneath is healed).
• Avoid rubbing the treated area with clothing.

Following these recommendations helps prevent infections and speeds up the healing process. Special antiseptic regenerative agents may also be prescribed – use them as directed.

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