Outpatient Minor Surgery

Cyst & Lipoma Removal in Puerto Vallarta

Lipomas, sebaceous cysts, and other soft tissue masses are usually benign, but their removal is simple, quick, and in many cases performed right in the office.

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How to recognize a lipoma or cyst?

These soft tissue masses usually grow slowly and are generally benign, but it’s worth having a specialist evaluate them:

  • A soft, movable lump under the skin (typical of a lipoma)
  • A firm lump, sometimes with a visible central point (typical of a sebaceous cyst)
  • Slow growth over months or years
  • Usually painless, though it may be bothersome due to its size or location
  • May become inflamed or infected if it’s a cyst, causing pain and redness
  • Cosmetic concern or discomfort with clothing or objects

When is removal recommended?

Not every lipoma or cyst requires immediate surgery, but removal is recommended when it grows noticeably, causes discomfort or pain, becomes recurrently infected, raises cosmetic concerns, or when there is diagnostic uncertainty requiring pathology analysis to rule out other conditions. The consultation includes a clinical evaluation to determine the best timing and approach.

What is the procedure like?

Most of these procedures are outpatient and short in duration, often performed with local anesthesia right in the office, with no need for hospitalization.

  1. A physical exam to determine the size, location, and characteristics of the mass.
  2. In most cases, the procedure is performed with local anesthesia — you remain awake and pain-free.
  3. The entire mass is removed through a small incision, minimizing scarring.
  4. In some cases, the sample is sent to a lab to confirm the diagnosis.

Outpatient procedure: Most of these cases are resolved in the office in under an hour, with no need for hospitalization or extended time off.

What is recovery like?

Recovery is usually quick — most patients resume normal activities in 1 to 3 days, with simple wound care. The final scar depends on the size and location of the mass, but is always minimized as much as possible.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to be hospitalized for this?

In most cases, no — the procedure is performed on an outpatient basis, often in the office with local anesthesia.

Can a lipoma be cancerous?

The vast majority of lipomas are completely benign. In cases of doubt, the sample can be sent to pathology to confirm the diagnosis with certainty.

Can the lipoma or cyst come back after removal?

It’s uncommon if fully removed, though in some cases new masses can form in other areas of the body over time.

How big will the scar be?

The incision is made as small as possible based on the size of the mass, minimizing the resulting scar.

Do you accept medical insurance?

Yes, major medical insurance is accepted in addition to self-pay.

Do you have a lump you’d like us to check?

Book your consultation for a clear evaluation and, if needed, a simple resolution.

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