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Procedure Information |
What happens during excision of skin lesions Skin lesions are usually removed under local anaesthetic. After careful examination, the area around the mole will be cleaned with anti-bacterial solution to limit infection. There may be a surgical drape placed around the area to ensure a sterile working area. To remove the mole, your surgeon will cut all the way around it using an oval cut. The mole(s) will be placed in specimen jar(s) and sent to a lab for analysis. Your surgeon will close the wound with stitches (if needed) and cover it with a dressing. After mole removal You should be able to go home very soon after your procedure. If you experience any pain following your mole removal, over the counter pain relief such as Paracetamol can be used. Results of the analysis will be given to you by your consultant or GP. Sometimes your surgeon will ask you to return a few days following your mole removal to inspect the wound and change the dressing. If the wound area becomes red, swollen or bleeds be sure and contact your surgeon or Outpatient Department for advice. You should be able to return to work the day following your procedure unless your work puts a strain on the area stitched. Be sure and discuss your return to work with your surgeon. Depending on what area is stitched you will need to visit the Outpatient Department or practice nurse to have your stitches removed. It is unusual for this procedure to restrict any daily activities however any surgical procedure can result in complications: Pain Bleeding Infection of the surgical site (wound) Scarring Wound breakdown (skin fails to heal) Specific complications in mole removal The mole may come back A larger operation may be needed Why not print this treatment page so you can discuss any concerns you have with your surgeon? |
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Dr. Richard Pearcy | ||||||
Derriford Road,Plymouth,PL6 | ||||||
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Urology |
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![]() | By: | Dave Vosper |
| Oct 12 2023 | ||
What can I say about the theatre team I had, top team, couldnt ask for more, had a full knee replacement and everyone played their part. I really am grateful for this team for putting me at ease and making sure this operation went as smoothly as it possibly could. |
![]() | By: | Simon Young |
| Jun 13 2023 | ||
Whilst uneasy about using a private facility I cannot fault the experience. Staff are without exception polite, professional and approachable. The facilities are exemplary and immaculately clean and well presented. The service from initial contact was speedily expedited. |
![]() | By: | Sylvia Podmore |
| May 13 2023 | ||
I underwent total knee replacement surgery on two occasions in September 21 and Feb 23 and would like to say that on both occasions the treatment and care I received from the surgeon and nurses was exemplary . My stayin hospital was for 2/3 days and on discharge was given adequate medication and an ice cuff My wound was covered in a waterproof dressing and so was able to shower the day after the operation ,The clips were removed by a nurse at the doctors surgery after 10 days. The followup physio and excercises ensured myknee attained the maximum bend. However not all NHS providers in Plymouth are as helpful . My neighbour had a total knee replacement on 5th May this year. She was discharged the day following the operation with medication but no ice cuff. Her wound has been glued and covered Una waterproof dressing but with instructions not to shower for 2weeks When she rang her surgery for an appointment for the dressing to be changed in 10 daysan appointment was not available and she was told to go to A&E . I feel very fortunate to have attended the Nuffield for my operations and fail to see why other providers are not as effective. |
Consultants Initial Consulation | £0 |
Diagnostic Investigations | £0 |
Main Treatment | £1,171 |
Aftercare | £0 |
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Total Cost From: | £1,171 |
Consultants Initial Consulation | £0 |
Diagnostic Investigations | £0 |
Main Treatment | £1,181 |
Aftercare | £0 |
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Total Cost From: | £1,181 |
All prices are guide prices only and may change after a consultation. Please ask your provider for more details. |
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