Removal of Benign Tumors at the Eyelid Margin Using the Radiofrequency Surgical Unit. |
Chang Uk Choi, Sang Duck Kim |
Department of Ophthalmology, Wonkwang University College of Medicine Wonkwang Medical Science Research Center, Iksan, Korea. sangduck@wonkwang.ac.kr |
고주파 수술기구를 이용한 안검연 양성종양제거술 |
최창욱,김상덕 |
Department of Ophthalmology, Wonkwang University College of Medicine Wonkwang Medical Science Research Center, Iksan, Korea |
Correspondence:
Chang-Uk Choi, M.D. |
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Abstract |
PURPOSE To evaluate the efficacy of the radiofrequency surgical unit for the removal of benign tumors at the eyelid margin. METHODS: Twenty-five benign tumors at the eyelid margin were removed with the Ellman Surgitron F.F.P.F(R). Histologic examination of the excised tumors was performed in 18 of the 25 cases. RESULTS: There were 15 eyes of 15 females and 10 eyes of 10 males with age ranging from 20.9 to 73.5 years (mean, 41.8 years). Over a mean follow-up of 21.1 months, there was no instance of recurrence in any of the patients. In addition, there were no serious complications except temporary foreign body sensation and eye discharges. CONCLUSIONS: Using the radiofrequency surgical unit for benign tumors at the eyelid margin may simplify the surgery, avoid recurrence, and produce a satisfactory cosmetic effect. |
Key Words:
Benign tumor;Ellman Surgitron F.F.P.F(R);Radiofrequency surgical unit |
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