Radiosurgery is one of the relatively newer procedures to remove pearly penile papules (PPP) and is not as common as electrodesiccation or laser removal. Radiosurgery for PPP removal typically uses a Dento-Surg 90 F.F.P. radiofrequency surgical instrument to perform the procedure.
How PPP Radiosurgery Works
Radiosurgery works by using electrical energy in the radiofrequency range through electrodes that are glided, swiped, or scraped in a pinpoint motion across the pearly penile papules. The radiofrequency energy from the electrodes causes ionic agitation and friction in the pearly penile papules’ tissue resulting in the penile papules to be heated above 50 degrees Celsius (120 degrees Fahrenheit) successfully destroying the proteins and cell membranes of the pearly penile papules’ tissue cells.
How Long Radiosurgery Takes
Radiosurgery performed with a Dento-Surg 90 F.F.P. radiofrequency surgical device typically does not take longer than 15 to 25 minutes to remove the pearly penile papules.
How Long Healing Takes
Pearly penile papules radiosurgery removal recovery and healing take 1 to 3 weeks after surgery.
Contraindications
Contraindications for pearly penile papules radiosurgery removal include keloids, hypertrophic scarring, and uncontrolled diabetes.
Outcomes
The outcomes for radiosurgery removal of pearly penile papules have provided good cosmetic results. The procedure’s outcome is also dependent on the skill of the dermatologist performing the procedure.
Costs
The cost of pearly penile papules radiosurgery procedure is explained in the cost of PPP surgeries post.