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Syringoma: removal by electrodesiccation and curettage
Annals of Plastic Surgery
|August 1, 1985
Summary
Syringomas, benign eyelid tumors, can be effectively removed using electrodesiccation and curettage. This method offers local control and preserves surrounding skin for aesthetic improvement.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Oncology
Background:
- Syringomas are benign adnexal neoplasms.
- Commonly present on the lower eyelids.
- Patient concern is primarily aesthetic.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate electrodesiccation and curettage for syringoma removal.
- To assess the efficacy and cosmetic outcome of the procedure.
Main Methods:
- Syringomas were treated using electrodesiccation and curettage.
- Procedure focused on lesion removal while preserving uninvolved skin.
Main Results:
- Electrodesiccation and curettage achieved local control of syringomas.
- The technique preserved uninvolved eyelid skin, addressing aesthetic concerns.
Conclusions:
- Electrodesiccation and curettage is an effective treatment for syringomas.
- This method provides a good cosmetic outcome for patients seeking removal.