Day theatre procedure
About this service
Vulval tumour removal in Windhoek is surgery to remove a large benign growth of the vulva that has become uncomfortable or is causing concern. While most such growths are not cancerous, removal is often recommended when a tumour is large, growing, or affecting daily comfort, and it allows the tissue to be examined to confirm the diagnosis. Your doctor will discuss what is known about the growth and what to expect from surgery.
Eastgate Clinic performs vulval tumour removal in our on-site day theatre with discretion and care. If you have questions about vulval tumour removal in Windhoek, our team at Eastgate Clinic is happy to talk you through what to expect and how to prepare.
What to expect
- An examination and often a biopsy first, so the doctor knows what the growth is before planning removal
- General or regional anaesthesia, with the operation length depending on the size of the tumour
- The growth is removed with a margin of surrounding skin and the wound closed with stitches
- Swelling, tenderness and some discharge for two weeks or so while the wound heals
- The tissue report is explained at follow-up, with the wound checked at the same visit
Who is it for?
You may be advised to have this if you are dealing with:
- A large or growing lump on the vulva
- Discomfort or irritation caused by a vulval growth
- A benign vulval tumour affecting daily activities
- Wanting a lump on the vulva properly diagnosed and removed
- A growth that has been present for some time and is not improving
Frequently asked questions
How do I know a vulval tumour is benign?
Most vulval growths are benign, but appearance alone cannot prove it. Your doctor may take a small biopsy first, and the whole growth is examined in the laboratory after removal. Any concern is discussed with you promptly.
How big a procedure is vulval tumour removal?
It depends on the size of the growth. A large tumour is removed under general or regional anaesthesia, the wound is closed with stitches, and you usually go home the same day with a wound care plan.
What is recovery like after removing a large vulval growth?
Expect swelling, tenderness and some discharge for a couple of weeks. Loose clothing, salt-water baths and pain relief make this manageable, and your doctor checks the wound and gives you the tissue result at follow-up.
For referring doctors
This procedure can be booked in Eastgate Clinic's day theatre in Windhoek, with anaesthetist and theatre staff provided. Contact us to arrange theatre time for your patient.
Day theatre information for doctorsReady to book your vulval tumour removal?
Choose a date and time online and we will confirm your appointment at Eastgate Clinic in Windhoek. Medical aid and private patients welcome.