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GlossarySurgical Excision

removal of abnormal tissue by cutting it out

Surgical excision, also known as excision surgery or surgical removal, is a medical procedure where a surgeon cuts out and removes tissue, such as a tumor, lesion, or other abnormal growth, from the body. This technique is often used to treat conditions like skin cancer, cysts, or benign tumors, and can be performed using various tools, including scalpels, lasers, or electrosurgical devices, depending on the specific case and location of the tissue.

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research Surgical excision of acne keloidalis nuchae with secondary intention healing

24 citations , October 2007 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology”

Surgical excision with natural healing effectively treats acne keloidalis nuchae without recurrence.

$Refractory Folliculitis Decalvans Treatment Success with a Novel Surgical Excision Approach Using Guarded High-Tension Sutures$

research Refractory Folliculitis Decalvans Treatment Success with a Novel Surgical Excision Approach Using Guarded High-Tension Sutures

September 2023 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology”

A new surgical method using special sutures significantly reduced wound size and prevented disease return in patients with a scarring scalp condition.

research The Surgical Management of Extensive Cases of Acne Keloidalis Nuchae

72 citations , November 2000 in “Archives of Dermatology”

Excision with primary closure is an excellent treatment for extensive acne keloidalis nuchae.

research Surgical Management of Scalp Infantile Hemangiomas

15 citations , June 2015 in “Journal of Craniofacial Surgery”

Early surgical removal of scalp hemangiomas leads to good scarring and hair growth.

research Surgical treatment of pilomatrix carcinoma: a systematic review

4 citations , December 2024 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

Mohs micrographic surgery is more effective than surgical excision for treating pilomatrix carcinoma, with no recurrences.

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community Daily Mail article - How I REVERSED my balding. My barber called my thick head of hair a 'miracle'... this is exactly how I did it:

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride and a hair transplant were used to reverse hair loss, leading to thicker hair and increased confidence. The user received compliments on their improved appearance.

community Clearing the air on how non-surgical treatments really work

15 upvotes 7 years ago

Treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, microneedling, and low level laser light therapy, which aim to reduce DHT production, increase cell absorption and blood flow, and stimulate epidermal stem cells. It also stresses the importance of patience when using these treatments.

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