Hygroma Removal

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A hygroma — is a benign cystic formation that most often occurs near joints or tendons and has the appearance of a rounded protrusion under the skin. Over time, it may increase in size, cause pain, restrict movement, or create cosmetic discomfort. In such cases, removal of the hygroma may be recommended.

At the «Oxford Medical» medical center, hygroma removal in Kyiv is performed by an experienced surgeon, who use modern approaches to diagnosis and treatment. Make an appointment for a consultation by calling the contact center or through the online appointment form on the website. During the appointment, the doctor will conduct an examination and answer all questions regarding possible treatment options.

Doctors at «Oxford Medical» recommend not postponing a consultation if the hygroma has begun to increase in size, cause pain, or restrict movement. Timely consultation with a doctor makes it possible to determine the optimal approach and carry out treatment before complications develop.

In most cases, a hygroma can be removed. However, sometimes it is advisable to postpone the operation until the factors that may affect the safe performance of the intervention or tissue healing are eliminated.

Temporary contraindications may include:

• acute infectious diseases accompanied by an increase in body temperature;

• inflammation or a purulent process in the area of the hygroma or surrounding tissues;

• exacerbation of chronic diseases until the condition is stabilized;

• blood clotting disorders that require preliminary correction.

The doctor makes the final decision about the possibility of performing the operation after consultation and examination. If temporary contraindications are identified, the intervention is usually performed after they are eliminated.

Two main methods are used to eliminate a hygroma:

• Puncture — a minimally invasive procedure during which the doctor removes fluid from the hygroma cavity using a needle. At the same time, the capsule of the neoplasm remains, so over time fluid may accumulate in it again.

• Surgical removal — an operation during which the hygroma is excised together with the capsule. This makes it possible to significantly reduce the risk of recurrence of the hygroma compared with puncture.

Despite its similarity to some subcutaneous formations, a hygroma has a different origin. That is why its removal differs from removal of benign skin neoplasms and requires a different approach to planning and performing the operation.

Doctors at «Oxford Medical» recommend not postponing treatment if the hygroma increases in size, causes pain, or restricts movement. After the examination, the doctor will explain which method will be the most appropriate specifically in your case.

Preparation for the operation begins with a consultation with a surgeon. During the appointment, the doctor conducts an examination, clarifies complaints, assesses the size, location, and mobility of the hygroma, and also determines how long ago it appeared and whether it has changed over time.

To clarify the diagnosis and plan the operation, ultrasound diagnostics are most often prescribed. The examination makes it possible to determine the size, structure, and location of the hygroma, assess its connection with the joint or tendon, and plan the extent of the surgical intervention. In some cases, an X-ray may additionally be required, in particular to assess the condition of the joint or adjacent bone structures.

If surgical removal of a hygroma on the arm or leg is necessary, a standard preoperative examination is performed before the operation. It usually includes a complete blood count, coagulogram, general urine test, and other examinations, the need for which the doctor determines individually depending on the patient's health condition and the type of anesthesia.

The choice of intervention method depends on the clinical situation. If puncture is recommended for the patient, the procedure is performed under local anesthesia: the doctor punctures the hygroma with a thin needle and removes its contents. After this, a sterile dressing is applied to the intervention area.

During surgical treatment, the hygroma is removed together with the capsule through a small skin incision. In most cases, the operation is performed under local anesthesia. Removal of a hygroma under general anesthesia may be recommended in cases of complex localization of the neoplasm, a large hygroma, or for other medical indications.

Depending on the size and location of the neoplasm, the intervention usually lasts 20–40 minutes. In most cases, the patient does not require hospitalization and, after a short period of medical observation, can return home on the same day.

The duration of recovery depends on the extent of the operation and the individual characteristics of healing. In the first days after the intervention, moderate pain, slight swelling, and discomfort in the area of the operation may occur — this is a normal reaction of the body to surgical intervention.

After the operation, the patient is recommended to:

• temporarily immobilize the limb using a splint or orthosis;

• regularly come for dressing changes;

• not get the dressing wet;

• avoid physical exertion and lifting heavy objects until the tissues have completely healed;

• come for a follow-up examination and suture removal, which is usually performed after 10–14 days.

In most cases, after complete healing, patients return to their usual way of life without any restrictions. Following the doctor's recommendations promotes proper tissue healing and helps reduce the risk of developing complications.

Complications after hygroma removal occur rarely. In most patients, recovery proceeds well, and the postoperative wound heals without problems. However, as after any surgical intervention, it is impossible to completely exclude the negative consequences of hygroma removal.

Potential complications include:

• pain, swelling, or a small hematoma in the area of the intervention;

• bleeding or accumulation of fluid in the postoperative wound;

• infection of the postoperative wound;

• temporary impairment of skin sensitivity in the area of the operation;

• recurrence of the hygroma.

Doctors at «Oxford Medical» explain: the risk of recurrence depends primarily on the treatment method. After puncture, it is higher because the hygroma capsule remains. During surgical removal, the neoplasm is excised together with the capsule, which makes it possible to significantly reduce the likelihood of its recurrence. At the same time, it is impossible to completely exclude the risk of recurrence.

You can find out the cost of a doctor's consultation, as well as the price of hygroma removal, here or from the contact center administrators. The doctor will provide more precise information regarding the final cost during the consultation, since it depends on the size of the hygroma, its location, the complexity of the operation, and the type of anesthesia.

To make an appointment for an orthopedist-traumatologist consultation or a surgeon consultation, use the online appointment form on the website or contact the contact center by phone. At the «Oxford Medical» medical center, you can receive a full range of medical services — from consultation and diagnostics to surgical treatment and postoperative support.

The information is for informational purposes and does not replace a consultation with a doctor.

Sources:

• US National Library of Medicine

• American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

• National Health Service