Minor Operations

Lipomas, Skin Lesions and Cysts

  • Cosmetic reasons (unsightly or visible lumps).
  • Discomfort, infection, or irritation.
  • Rapid growth or diagnostic uncertainty.
  • Interference with clothing, shaving, or daily activities.

Why Choose Mr. Tarek Eltantawy

Mr Eltantawy performs all minor operations with precision and care, ensuring excellent aesthetic outcomes and patient comfort. All procedures are undertaken in clean, accredited settings with full histological follow-up when appropriate.

What are Minor operations

Minor surgical procedures such as the removal of lipomas, cysts, or skin lesions are commonly performed under local anaesthesia. These short operations are designed to remove benign or suspicious lumps or lesions safely, with minimal discomfort and scarring.

These procedures are performed under local anaesthesia and usually take 15–45 minutes, depending on complexity. Patients can return home shortly afterwards.

Healing occurs over 1–2 weeks. Scars usually fade over several months. Complete removal is expected, but rare recurrence can occur if part of the capsule or lesion remains.

What are Minor Operations

Minor surgical procedures such as the removal of lipomas, cysts, or skin lesions are commonly performed under local anaesthesia. These short operations are designed to remove benign or suspicious lumps or lesions safely, with minimal discomfort and scarring.

These procedures are performed under local anaesthesia and usually take 15–45 minutes, depending on complexity. Patients can return home shortly afterwards.

Healing occurs over 1–2 weeks. Scars usually fade over several months. Complete removal is expected, but rare recurrence can occur if part of the capsule or lesion remains.

Suitable candidates are those who

Suitable candidates are generally healthy and not on blood-thinning medication. Each lesion is assessed
for size, position, and nature. Suspicious lesions may be sent for histopathology (laboratory analysis)
following removal.

Pre-Operative preparation

Allergies

Inform your surgeon of allergies, bleeding disorders, or pacemakers

Fasting

Usually no fasting or special preparation is required.

Medications

Continue regular medication unless instructed otherwise.

Support

Arrange for someone to accompany you home if sedation is used.

Surgical technique

  • The area is cleaned and numbed using local anaesthetic.
  • A small incision is made to excise the lump or lesion.
  • The wound is closed with fine sutures, and a dressing applied.
  • The specimen is sent for analysis if appropriate.

Risks and complications

  • Minor bleeding or bruising.
  • Infection or delayed healing.
  • Scarring or pigmentation changes.
  • Recurrence (rare).
  • Reaction to local anaesthetic (extremely rare).

Recovery and aftercare

Healing

• Mild discomfort or tightness may occur for 24–48 hours.
• Keep the dressing dry and intact as instructed.
• Stitches (if not dissolvable) are removed after 5–14 days depending on site.
• Avoid strenuous activity until the wound has healed.

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