Lipoma Removal: Understanding Benign Fatty Tumors
Table of Contents
Key Takeaways
Everything you need to know about lipomas, benign fatty tumors, including when removal is necessary and the surgical options available.
Lipoma Removal: Understanding Benign Fatty Tumors
Lipomas are benign (non-cancerous) fatty tumors that develop under the skin. This guide explains when and how they should be removed.
What is a Lipoma?
A lipoma is a slow-growing, fatty lump that's most often situated between the skin and the underlying muscle layer. They are soft, movable, and usually painless.
Characteristics
- Soft and doughy to touch
- Movable under the skin
- Usually painless
- Slow-growing
- Most commonly found on neck, shoulders, back, and arms
When to Consider Removal
- If the lipoma is painful
- If it's growing rapidly
- If it's in a cosmetically sensitive area
- If it's causing functional problems
- If there's uncertainty about the diagnosis
Removal Methods
Surgical Excision
Traditional removal through a small incision, ensuring complete removal.
Liposuction
Less invasive method using suction to remove fatty tissue.
Laser Removal
Advanced technique using laser technology for minimal scarring.
Recovery
Recovery is typically quick, with most patients resuming normal activities within a few days.
Dr. Kapil Agrawal
Senior Consultant at Apollo Group of Hospitals
About the Doctor
Dr. Kapil Agrawal
Senior Consultant - Laparoscopic & Robotic Surgeon
Dr. Kapil Agrawal is a leading and one of the best Robotic and Laparoscopic Surgeon in Delhi, India. He has an overall experience of 23 years and has been working as a Senior Consultant Surgeon at Apollo Group of Hospitals, New Delhi, India. He is performing advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgeries for various conditions, which include Gallbladder stones, Hernia, Appendicitis, Rectal prolapse, and pseudo-pancreatic cyst.
Qualifications
- •MBBS - Institute of Medical Sciences, BHU, Varanasi
- •MS (Surgery) - Institute of Medical Sciences, BHU, Varanasi
- •MRCS (London, U.K) - Royal College of Surgeons, London
Specializations
Why Choose Us
- •Best Outcomes with discharge within 24 hours.
- •High-quality standards with an almost zero percent rate of infection.
- •Best Post Operative Care with round-the-clock availability of team.
- •A team of dedicated nutritionists to make your recovery faster.
- •No hidden charges and fixed and transparent packages.
- •Complete network of cashless insurance available.
- •All paperwork is handled by an expert team to give you a hassle-free experience.
- •Tie up with various agencies to provide you with EMI options at zero rate of interest.
- •Dr Kapil Agrawal, senior consultant laparoscopic surgeon, affiliated with some of the best and finest hospitals in New Delhi.
Book an Appointment
Book Consultation
Schedule a consultation for Lipoma Surgery with Dr. Kapil Agrawal
Dr. Kapil Agrawal
Consult with Dr. Kapil Agrawal - Senior Consultant - Laparoscopic & Robotic Surgeon at Apollo Hospitals, Delhi NCR. 23+ years experience and 7000+ advanced procedures with enhanced recovery care.