Should my hematoma be surgically removed or wait 6-8 weeks and be drained?

Every surgeon has their own protocol for how they treat post-operative issues. I aspirate a hematoma when it is detected to promote healing and limit swelling, bruising, infection, etc... Surgery is not typically necessary. 

Each case is different and consequently the plan varies from patient to patient. Some hematomas are allowed to resolve on their own while others require early intervention. Hematomas begin to liquefy around 10 days so I often aspirate the hematoma every 7 to 10 days as needed to rapidly optimize the situation until the residual volume is sufficient for the area to resolve on its own.