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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?
Wed, 1 Apr 2020
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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
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Is This Procedure Of Laser Treatment For Large Hemangioma On Neck Safe?

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