Full surgical procedure video of sebaceous cyst removal

Aug 04, 2023 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Li Feng
Introduction
Sebaceous cysts are primarily formed due to blockage of the sebaceous gland ducts in the skin, leading to accumulation of sebum and resulting in retention cysts. These cysts can be treated surgically by excision. This procedure is common and relatively simple. To ensure safety and effectiveness, it is recommended to undergo the operation at a正规 hospital under the guidance of a qualified physician.

In general, a "powder cyst" refers to a sebaceous cyst, which primarily forms due to blockage of the sebaceous gland duct in the skin, leading to accumulation of sebum and the development of a retention cyst. Surgical excision is an effective treatment method. The specific procedure is as follows:

1. Perform preoperative skin preparation, disinfect the surgical site, drape with sterile towels, and administer local anesthesia.

2. After anesthesia takes effect, make a fusiform incision over the area of the sebaceous cyst, sequentially incise the skin and subcutaneous tissue, and expose the cyst.

3. Use hemostatic forceps to grasp the skin adherent to the surface of the cyst, lift the cyst, and perform sharp dissection along the cyst wall using a scalpel.

4. After complete removal of the cyst, irrigate the wound cavity with normal saline, then suture the subcutaneous tissue and skin layer by layer.

This is a common and relatively simple surgical procedure. To ensure safety and effectiveness, it is recommended to undergo the operation at a正规 medical facility under the guidance of a qualified physician. Postoperatively, proper care of the incision site should be emphasized to prevent infection.