Minor Procedures
Electrocautery
Electrocautery is a minor dermatologic procedure that uses controlled heat generated by an electrical device to treat selected superficial lesions or bleeding points. The exact technique depends on the diagnosis, lesion characteristics and clinical objective.
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Benefits
• Useful for selected superficial lesions
• Can provide precise localized treatment
• Often performed as an outpatient procedure
• Can assist with hemostasis in appropriate situations
Suitable For
Selected benign or superficial skin lesions after diagnosis and professional assessment.
Treatment Procedure
The area is examined and cleansed. Local anesthesia may be used. The electrocautery device is applied in a controlled manner to the selected tissue, followed by wound care.
Treatment Duration
About 15–30 minutes depending on the lesion
Recovery / Downtime
A small treated area may form a crust and remain sensitive while healing.
Number of Sessions
Often one session; additional treatment depends on diagnosis and response.
Results Timeline
Healing commonly occurs over days to weeks depending on lesion size and depth.
Aftercare Instructions
Keep the area clean and dry as advised; do not pick the crust; use prescribed wound care and sun protection after healing.
Important Precautions
Diagnosis should be established before treatment. Tell the clinician about pacemakers or implanted electrical devices, blood thinners, bleeding disorders or infection.