✦ Minimal-Incision Extraction

Minimal-Incision Extraction

Q: Is recurrence higher than open excision?

Slightly — about 3–5% versus under 1% for full open excision, because complete capsule removal can be slightly less reliable through a small incision. Careful technique minimises this difference substantially.

Q: Can large lipomas be removed this way?

Lipomas larger than 4–5 cm are usually better treated with standard open excision. Minimal-incision extraction works best for small-to-medium soft lipomas where capsule delivery is feasible.

Q: Is the procedure painful?

No — local anaesthesia ensures a painless procedure. Mild ache for 24–48 hours afterward is common; oral painkillers are usually sufficient. The wound itself is small, so post-op pain is minimal.

Q: When can I shower or bathe?

Showering is permitted from 24–48 hours; the wound should be patted dry. Submerging in baths, swimming pools, or sea water waits until sutures are removed at 7–10 days for optimal wound healing.

Lipoma is delivered through a small incision — far smaller than the lipoma itself — leaving near-invisible scars. Ideal for face, neck, and visible areas.

20–45 min PROCEDURE

Day-Care HOSPITAL STAY

>95% SUCCESS RATE

1 Week RECOVERY

What is Minimal-Incision Extraction?

Minimal-incision lipoma extraction is a refined technique in which the lipoma is removed through a small incision — typically one-third to one-half the diameter of the lipoma itself. The lipoma is squeezed out (delivered) through the small opening after careful dissection of its attachments. This technique is ideal for cosmetically sensitive areas like the face, neck, forehead, and arms. Dr. Abhishek performs this at Lux Hospitals when scar minimisation is the priority, using meticulous technique to ensure complete removal with the smallest possible scar.

How the Procedure Works

Local Anaesthesia

Local anaesthetic is infiltrated around the lipoma for a painless procedure.

Small Incision

A small incision (one-third to one-half of lipoma diameter) is made over the lipoma.

Capsule Dissection

The lipoma capsule is dissected free from surrounding tissue using small instruments.

Delivery

The lipoma is squeezed out through the small incision, sometimes piecemeal for larger lesions.

Closure

Dead space is closed with absorbable sutures; skin is closed with fine sutures for best cosmesis.

Outcomes

20–45 minDURATION

Day-CareHOSPITAL STAY

>95%SUCCESS RATE

Who Needs This Treatment?

→Near-invisible scar — much smaller than the lipoma
→Excellent for face, neck, and other visible areas
→Performed under local anaesthesia in day-care
→Quick recovery with return to office work in 1–2 days
→Combines small scar with reliable lipoma removal
→Histology can still be performed on the extracted tissue

Minimal-incision extraction is about respecting the patient's appearance — removing the lump while leaving a scar so small it's barely noticeable. For face and neck lipomas, this technique gives results patients are genuinely happy with.

— Dr. Abhishek Katha, Consultant General & Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon, Lux Hospitals, Hyderabad

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is recurrence higher than open excision?+

Can large lipomas be removed this way?+

Is the procedure painful?+

When can I shower or bathe?+

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