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Vranine Kadrija1, Christiane Walter2, Fabienne Andrina Bosshard1
1Klinik für Mund-, Kiefer- und Gesichtschirurgie - Poliklinik für Oralchirurgie, Zentrum für Zahnmedizin der Universität Zürich. fabienne.bosshard@zzm.uzh.ch.
Swiss Dental Journal
|May 17, 2024
Summary
A pyogenic granuloma, a benign skin growth, was successfully removed using CO2 laser excision. This minimally invasive treatment showed no recurrence in the patient, offering a promising therapeutic option.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Oral Medicine
- Surgical Oncology
Background:
- Pyogenic granulomas are common, benign vascular lesions of the skin and oral mucosa.
- Surgical excision is the standard treatment, but recurrence can occur.
Observation:
- A 60-year-old female presented with a pyogenic granuloma in region 21.
- The lesion was treated with an excisional biopsy utilizing a CO2 laser under local anesthesia.
Findings:
- Histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis.
- No recurrence of the pyogenic granuloma was observed post-treatment.
Implications:
- CO2 laser excision presents a viable and effective treatment for pyogenic granulomas.
- This technique may reduce the risk of recurrence compared to traditional methods.