Eyelid Mass Removal
Understanding Eyelid Masses:
- Eyelid masses can vary from benign growths like papillomas or cysts to potentially malignant tumors. They can cause discomfort, interfere with vision, or become cosmetically concerning.
The Procedure:
- Anesthesia: Surgery is performed under general anesthesia for safety and comfort.
- Surgical Removal: The mass is excised with attention to preserving eyelid function and aesthetics. The technique depends on the mass’s size, location, and nature.
- Biopsy: The removed tissue is typically sent for histopathology to determine if the mass is benign or malignant, guiding further treatment if necessary.
Why Surgery Might Be Necessary:
- Comfort: Masses can irritate the eye, leading to excessive tearing, infections, or even corneal ulcers.
- Health: Early removal of masses can prevent complications and, in the case of malignancy, improve prognosis.
- Vision: Removing masses can preserve or restore normal vision if they were obstructing the eye.
Post-Operative Care:
- Medication: Pain relief and antibiotics might be prescribed.
- Protective Measures: An Elizabethan collar may be necessary to prevent self-trauma.
- Follow-Up: We schedule check-ups to monitor healing and discuss histopathology results.
Understanding Eyelid Masses:
- Eyelid masses can vary from benign growths like papillomas or cysts to potentially malignant tumors. They can cause discomfort, interfere with vision, or become cosmetically concerning.
Why Surgery Might Be Necessary:
- Comfort: Masses can irritate the eye, leading to excessive tearing, infections, or even corneal ulcers.
- Health: Early removal of masses can prevent complications and, in the case of malignancy, improve prognosis.
- Vision: Removing masses can preserve or restore normal vision if they were obstructing the eye.
The Procedure:
- Anesthesia: Surgery is performed under general anesthesia for safety and comfort.
- Surgical Removal: The mass is excised with attention to preserving eyelid function and aesthetics. The technique depends on the mass’s size, location, and nature.
- Biopsy: The removed tissue is typically sent for histopathology to determine if the mass is benign or malignant, guiding further treatment if necessary.
Post-Operative Care:
- Medication: Pain relief and antibiotics might be prescribed.
- Protective Measures: An Elizabethan collar may be necessary to prevent self-trauma.
- Follow-Up: We schedule check-ups to monitor healing and discuss histopathology results.