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2. Dermatologic surgical procedure - Wikipedia

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   Atypical mole removal is performed when moles look dysplastic, as this is associated with an increased risk of melanoma; Cosmetic mole removal is performed when moles are non-cancerous, but are preferred to be eliminated due to aesthetic or practical considerations. [25] Shave excision is the most frequently used method for mole removal.

3. Appendectomy - Wikipedia

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   Scar and bruise 2 days after operation Scar 10 days after operation. A study from 2010 found that the average hospital stay for people with appendicitis in the United States was 1.8 days. For people with a perforated (ruptured) appendix, the average length of stay was 5.2 days. [19] Recovery time from the operation varies from person to person.

4. Scar - Wikipedia

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   Scarring caused by acne (left), and photo one day after scar revision surgery: The area around sutures is still swollen from surgery. Scar revision is a process of cutting the scar tissue out. After the excision, the new wound is usually closed up to heal by primary intention, instead of secondary intention. Deeper cuts need a multilayered ...

5. 9 Ways to Get Rid of Keloids, According to Experts - AOL

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   A keloid is an abnormal proliferation of scar tissue where the scar tissue extends beyond the original margins of the scar, according to Mamina Turegano, M.D., triple board-certified dermatologist ...

6. Mohs surgery - Wikipedia

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   During the surgery, after each removal of tissue and while the patient waits, the tissue is examined for cancer cells. That examination dictates the decision for additional tissue removal. Mohs surgery is the gold standard method for obtaining complete margin control during removal of a skin cancer (complete circumferential peripheral and deep ...

7. Fasciotomy - Wikipedia

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   In addition to scar formation, there is a possibility that the surgeon may need to use a skin graft to close the wound. Sometimes when closing the fascia again in another surgical procedure, the muscle is still too large to close it completely. A small bulge is visible but is not harmful.

8. Teddi Mellencamp Reshares Graphic Image of Surgery Scar ... - AOL

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   On Tuesday, Feb. 4, the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills alum, 43, re-posted a graphic photo of her cancer surgery scar on Instagram after spending years removing 17 different spots of melanoma.

9. Z-plasty - Wikipedia

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   Z-plasty is a versatile plastic surgery technique that is used to improve the functional and cosmetic appearance of scars. It can elongate a contracted scar or rotate the scar tension line. It can elongate a contracted scar or rotate the scar tension line.