What is the maximum lipoma size for in-office removal?

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Lipoma at base of neck/shoulder area, approx 9cm x 11cm. Can this be safely removed in office or does this require general anesthesia in hospital? Thank you.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

The need for anesthesia depends on the location and the amount of expected soft tissue injury.Best, Dr. Karamanoukian#Realself100 Surgeon

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your excellent question.  In general the decision for anesthesia is best made depending on the location of the lipoma and the overall health of the patient. I have taken out lipomas in excess of 12x15cm in the office without issue.  Hope this helps.

Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

It is important to determine if this encases surrounding tissue (neurovascular bundle) if it is a liposarcoma or if it is a simple lipoma based on MRI. If there is no airway compromise and it is done in a surgical facility, it would be best. Err on the side of safety. H Karamanoukian MD FACSDouble Board Certified Surgoen

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