Review of Cryosonic Lesion Removal Treatment Cryosonic lesion removal treatment is a new dermatologic procedure which involves treating the skin through cryotherapy. This technique is particularly useful in the management of benign lesions such as seborrheic keratoses and viral warts, but also some cancers including SCC and BCC. Cryotherapy for skin lesions offers a safe, effective alternative to more invasive surgical methods.
The Cryosonic method uses controlled supercooling, as it is in many cases such as the argon. Using a triple freeze-thaw method, our providers direct liquid nitrogen to the damage tissue and the surrounding area. It is particularly useful for evaluating the thickness of a lesion or its position on the skin surface.
The whole procedure, which is performed in an office or outpatient setting, is often painless because local anaesthesia is used. Cotton-tipped swab or cryoprobe of proper size may be used to apply the freezing solution directly on the effective area, with attendant abnormal tissue freeze and minimal injury to associated blood vessels or nerves.
There are generally only mild side effects, although the skin can sometimes swell, turn red, bleed or blister at the injection site. A scab develops over the healing sore, and you may be advised to apply petroleum jelly to promote healing. The possibility of nerve injury or infection is minimal but not impossible, in which case you would be given antibiotics. After this care, along with the use of SPF helps protect skin from potential pigment changes or scaring.
Recently, cryosonic therapy has revealed encouraging results with minimal relapse rates, and the technique is a beneficial practice for dermatologists. But sometimes, in rare instances, the actinic keratoses may come back, especially if you’ve had a more aggressive type of actinic damage such as SCC or BCC. Looking after you with regular reviews by your GP or dermatologist for holistic care and alert management of any problems.
Cryotherapy need not be confined to visible lesions. It is also used to treat cancers like cervical cancer and prostate cancer using approaches such as ultrasound for internal targeting. The adaptability and accuracy of Cryosonic are key to treating everyday lesions as well as challenging conditions.
If you think cryosurgery might be the best wart treatment for you, make an appointment to consult with your doctor or licensed NMC practitioner. With good care and the help of a professional, this treatment can dramatically increase the quality of your life.
