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Hemangioma excision - Recovery

Alternative Names

Birthmark excision

Expectations after surgery:

Cosmetic improvements depend on the size and location of the lesion and the surgeon's skill. Generally, the long-term outlook is quite good.

Convalescence:

The hospital stay will depend on the extent of surgery. Complete healing may take up to 6 weeks.

  • Reviewed last on: 7/25/2007
  • Robert A. Cowles, MD, Assistant Professor of Surgery, Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.