Skin Lesions and Mole Treatment in Turkey

Skin Lesions and Mole Treatment

Skin lesions may range from completely benign formations to malignant tumors requiring urgent treatment.Accurate diagnosis and appropriate surgical planning are essential to ensure both oncologic safety and optimal aesthetic outcome.

At Anka, skin tumor and nevus treatments are performed with a reconstructive approach, prioritizing complete removal when necessary while minimizing visible scarring.

About the Surgeon

Skin tumor and lesion surgeries are performed by Assoc. Prof. Anı Çinpolat, MD, an EBOPRAS-certified plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey.

With advanced training in reconstructive and oncologic surgery, her approach focuses on:

• Complete tumor excision with safe surgical margins
• Functional and aesthetic preservation
• Careful wound closure techniques to minimize scarring

When required, treatment is coordinated with dermatologists and medical oncologists.

Benign Skin Lesions

Skin Tags (Acrochordons)

Skin tags are small, soft, benign skin growths that commonly appear in areas of friction such as the neck, armpits, groin, or eyelids. Although harmless, they may cause irritation, discomfort, or cosmetic concerns.

Treatment is simple and performed under local anesthesia. Depending on the size and location of the lesion, removal can be achieved by:

• Shave excision
• Laser ablation

These procedures are quick, minimally invasive, and typically result in minimal scarring.

Seborrheic Keratosis

Seborrheic keratosis is a common benign skin lesion that typically appears as a raised, pigmented growth.

Treatment options may include:

• Laser ablation
• Shave excision

These procedures are usually performed under local anesthesia and aim to remove the lesion with minimal scarring.

Dermal Nevi (Moles)

Dermal nevi can be surgically excised under local anesthesia.

Excision is planned along natural skin tension lines to achieve:

• Complete removal
• Minimal visible scarring
• Histopathological evaluation when indicated

Dermoid Cysts

Dermoid cysts are congenital lesions that may gradually enlarge over time.

Treatment involves complete surgical excision of the cyst wall to prevent recurrence.

Lipomas

Lipomas are benign fatty tumors located beneath the skin.

They are treated by surgical excision under local anesthesia, typically leaving a small linear scar.

Malignant Skin Tumors

Early diagnosis and complete excision are critical in the management of skin cancers.

Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)

Basal cell carcinoma is the most common type of skin cancer.

Treatment consists of:

• Surgical excision with clear margins
• Histopathological confirmation of tumor-free borders

Reconstructive techniques are used when necessary to optimize cosmetic and functional outcomes.

Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC)

Squamous cell carcinoma requires:

• Excision with adequate oncologic safety margins
• Careful pathological evaluation

Depending on tumor stage and risk factors, collaboration with oncology specialists may be required.

Malignant Melanoma

Malignant melanoma is an aggressive skin cancer requiring structured treatment planning.

Management includes:

• Wide local excision with appropriate surgical margins
• Sentinel lymph node evaluation when indicated
• Multidisciplinary coordination with oncology

Treatment decisions are made according to tumor thickness, staging, and international guidelines.

Reconstructive Considerations

Following tumor removal, reconstructive techniques such as:

• Primary closure
• Local flap reconstruction
• Skin grafting

may be used to restore both function and appearance.

The goal is oncologic safety first, followed by optimal aesthetic outcome.

Consultation

For evaluation of skin lesions or suspected tumors, please contact:

info@ankaplasticsurgery.com
WhatsApp: +90 530 496 89 89

Early assessment is essential in the management of suspicious skin lesions.