Who is this procedure for?
You can consider lipoma excision when the mass becomes visible, bothersome, large, or painful.
The request also concerns situations where the clinical diagnosis remains uncertain.
You may be referred for excision if the lipoma increases in size, multiplies, or changes consistency.
The procedure can be offered to adults, after a complete medical evaluation.
Situations requiring thorough prior evaluation
- Rapid growth
- Persistent pain
- Deep location
- Atypical appearance on palpation
Consultation process
The pre-operative consultation allows for an analysis of the lipoma’s location, size, mobility, and consistency.
You will receive a detailed explanation of the planned procedure, the expected recovery, and potential limitations.
An imaging examination may be requested depending on the context, such as an ultrasound or MRI.
A personalized quote will be provided after the clinical evaluation.
Preparation steps
- Analysis of your medical history
- Verification of current treatments
- Choice of the appropriate surgical technique
- Explanations regarding the scar and recovery
The procedure in practice
Lipoma excision is most often performed under local anesthesia, depending on the size and location.
The duration of the procedure usually ranges between 30 minutes and one hour.
A targeted incision allows access to the lipoma and its complete removal.
The surgical procedure takes place in a suitable medical environment, outside our facility.
Technical principles
- Precise skin incision
- Gentle dissection of fatty tissue
- Complete extraction of the lipoma
- Careful suturing to minimize scarring
Post-operative care
After the procedure, you may experience local tightness, moderate swelling, or temporary sensitivity.
Pain is generally mild and manageable with simple medication.
A dressing will protect the operated area for the first few days.
Resumption of daily activities is possible quickly, depending on the treated area.
Post-operative follow-up
- Monitoring of wound healing
- Removal of sutures if necessary
- Scheduled medical check-up
- Advice on limiting local strain
Results and scars
The expected result is the complete disappearance of the mass.
The scar will gradually improve over several months.
Its quality depends on the location, the technique used, and your healing capacity.
A noticeable aesthetic improvement will appear after skin maturation.
Usual evolution
- Temporary initial redness
- Progressive softening
- Fading of the skin mark
Possible risks and complications
Any surgical procedure carries potential risks, even when it is common.
Complications remain rare when the indications are well-established.
You should be aware of the possible situations to make an informed decision.
Identified risks
- Hematoma
- Local infection
- Wound healing problems
- Exceptional recurrence
Medical follow-up allows for the rapid identification of any unusual developments.
Fees and coverage
Lipoma excision may be eligible for partial coverage depending on the medical context.
Reimbursement may be considered when the procedure meets a diagnostic or functional indication.
For purely cosmetic requests, the procedure is not covered.
The fee depends on the size, location, and operating conditions, after personalized evaluation.
