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Is This Procedure Of Laser Treatment For Large Hemangioma On Neck Safe?
I have a large hemangioma on the left side of my neck. It fills up with blood and then bleeds. Have had oone laser treatment and doc said I am a candidate for other options such as cutting or burning it off. Is this procedure dangerous and what is the common prognosis?
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Hello,
Conventional surgery will be better option than LASER because there is chance for recurrence is there with laser. It is complicated procedure but safe in experienced hands. Consult a vascular surgeon and he will direct you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
Conventional surgery will be better option than LASER because there is chance for recurrence is there with laser. It is complicated procedure but safe in experienced hands. Consult a vascular surgeon and he will direct you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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