Cyst & Tumor Removal

Cysts and tumors may or may not be indicative of a cancerous condition that requires surgical removal. A biopsy of the suspicious area will determine whether the suspicious growth is malignant or benign, with implications for how it will be treated. Often, surgical removal of a cancerous cyst or tumor can be accomplished via a minimally invasive procedure that may be preceded or followed by radiation therapy, chemotherapy or another form of treatment aimed at ensuring the complete elimination of the cancer and discouraging its return. If you have a concerning cyst or tumor that requires removal, you may be referred to a general surgeon who routinely addresses such cases.

What causes cysts?

There are many types of cysts with a variety of causes. Some types are related to an underlying medical condition, such as polycystic ovary syndrome. Others form directly on your skin’s surface when dead skin cells multiply instead of falling off like they usually do. Other causes of cysts include:

What causes tumors?

Tumors are the result of abnormal cell growth. Usually, the cells in your body grow and divide to form new cells whenever your body needs them. When older cells die, they’re replaced by new ones. Tumors form when this process breaks down. Old, damaged cells survive when they should die, and new cells form when your body doesn’t need them. When these extra cells keep dividing, it may form a tumor.