Sebaceous Cysts

Columbia Surgical Specialists - General Surgery provides removal of sebaceous cysts, which are noncancerous closed sacs under the skin filled with a cheese-like or oily material. Sebaceous cysts can occur anywhere on the body and may become infected, painful, or cosmetically bothersome, leading patients to seek removal.

Our evaluation includes a physical examination of the cyst to assess its size, location, and whether it is infected. We discuss the procedure, expected outcomes, and recovery process. Sebaceous cyst removal is typically a straightforward outpatient procedure that can be performed under local anesthesia. We ensure complete removal of the cyst wall to prevent recurrence.

We perform sebaceous cyst removal using meticulous techniques to ensure complete removal of the cyst and its wall, which is important to prevent recurrence. The procedure is typically performed under local anesthesia, allowing patients to return home the same day. We use careful dissection to remove the entire cyst capsule, and we close the incision with attention to cosmetic outcomes. Most patients can return to normal activities within a day or two.