Mole/Lesion Excision

Surgical removal of a skin mole, cyst, or suspicious lesion under local anesthesia. The excised tissue is sent for histopathological analysis to rule out malignancy. Used for diagnosis, cosmetic, or therapeutic purposes.

Mole/Lesion Excision is recommended for patients with specific symptoms, abnormal test results, or as part of a planned treatment pathway. Your Dermatology specialist will evaluate your suitability.

Mole/Lesion Excision is typically performed with Local anesthesia. The anaesthesia team will review your health history and allergies before the procedure.

The typical duration is noted in the quick stats above. This may vary depending on complexity and individual patient factors.

Risks include minor discomfort, bruising, rare infection, and in some cases incomplete results requiring repeat testing. Serious complications are uncommon but are discussed at consent.

Mole/Lesion Excision has a documented success rate of 99% at accredited centres. Individual outcomes depend on the underlying condition, patient health, and care team expertise.