Lipoma

Characteristics

Lipoma is a type of benign, soft tumor that develops under the skin. A small nodule does not usually cause any discomfort, but many Patients choose to have it removed for aesthetic reasons. Unfortunately, lipomas tend to grow larger – when they reach a certain size, they can put press on adjacent tissues, causing pain. They usually occur on the back, shoulders, neck, forearms, torso and thighs. Lipoma is the most common benign soft tissue tumor in adults.

Types of lipomas and causes its occurrence

Due to the structure and presence of tissues other than adipose tissue, the following types of lipomas are distinguished:

Lipoma – a single tumor made up solely of fat cells.
Myelolipoma – a tumor made of fatty tissue and bone marrow tissue.
Myolipoma – smooth muscle tissue cells present in addition to fat tissue.
Angiolipoma – a fatty tumor with lots of blood vessels.
Multinodular and spindle cell lipoma – characterized by sparse blood vessels and numerous adiopocyte.

Lipomas can occur in virtually anyone, and the cause of their formation is not completely known. It is recognized that some people have a greater genetic tendency that leads to the formation of fatty tumors. The tumor itself is formed by an excessive accumulation of fat cells in one place – this may be due to certain immune system disorders or inflammatory factors. Lipomas are more likely to appear in people who are overweight.

Diagnosis of lipoma

Correct diagnosis of a lipoma is extremely important because a rapidly growing tumor can press on adjacent tissues, such as an artery or nerves, causing pain. Moreover, lipoma is similar to liposarcomas, which is a malignant tumor. In order to determine the nature of tumor and rule out a serious cancerous lesion, the physician will take a history and palpation examination with the Patient, and if that is not enough, orders a biopsy combined with histopathological examination.

Treatment methods for lipomas

Surgical excision is considered the most effective method of removing lipomas, because it allows to completely eliminate the tumor. This method is also used in our Clinic. After administering local anesthesia, an experienced surgeon makes an incision in the area of lipoma, which usually pushes the lesion out through the skin. Some lipomas are surrounded by a connective tissue capsule, which is also removed. Bleeding during the procedure is minimal, and the procedure is safe and painless. After the lipoma is removed, the physician will place stitches and apply a pressure dressing. The stitches are removed after 1-2 weeks. The excised lesion is examined in a laboratory. After determining the type of excised lipoma and confirming the benignity of the lesion, there is no need to remove similar lesions located in other places, unless they cause discomfort.

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