Very large labial swelling requiring surgical intervention.

Area of Science:

• Gynecology
• Dermatology
• Surgical Pathology

Background:

• A woman in her late 30s experienced a large, persistent left labial swelling.
• The swelling had been present for over a decade, with prior incomplete surgical interventions.
• This condition caused significant discomfort and negatively affected her quality of life.

Purpose of the Study:

• To report the successful surgical management of a recurrent, symptomatic labial swelling.
• To confirm the diagnosis of a benign epithelial inclusion cyst via histological examination.

Main Methods:

• The patient underwent definitive surgical excision of the cystic labial lesion under general anesthesia.
• The procedure involved careful blunt and sharp dissection to remove the entire lesion intact.
• Subcutaneous closure, skin excision, and continuous non-locking sutures were employed for wound closure.

Main Results:

• Histopathology confirmed the excised lesion to be a benign epithelial inclusion cyst.
• Postoperative follow-up at 6 weeks showed excellent wound healing.
• The patient reported a significant improvement in her quality of life following the surgery.

Conclusions:

• Surgical excision is an effective treatment for symptomatic labial inclusion cysts.
• Complete removal of the cyst leads to favorable outcomes and enhanced patient well-being.
• This case highlights the positive impact of definitive surgical intervention on quality of life for patients with benign cystic lesions.