Cryosurgery

Cryosurgery may also be called cryotherapy or cryoablation. It is taken in use by using extremely cold substances like - nitrogen, and carbon dioxide. Cryotherapy is used to treat a variety of skin conditions and some cancers, including prostate and liver cancer. This therapy can treat tissue outside the body and inside the body. This procedure may be used with other cancer treatments such as hormone therapy, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, radiation therapy, or surgery. 

In Cryosurgery Surgeons use liquid nitrogen on the upper layer of skin by using a cotton swab or spray. During cryosurgery different kinds of medicine are taken in use to prevent pain while doing surgery.

If an internal area is being treated, your surgeon will use other devices like - scope, which is a flexible tube that can fit into various openings in your body, such as the urethra, rectum, or a surgical incision.

During the procedure, the patient may be given local anesthesia to numb the area. The doctor will then use a cryoprobe, a tool that is cooled with liquid nitrogen or argon gas, to freeze the abnormal tissue. The freezing temperature causes the tissue to die and eventually slough off.

After the procedure, the treated area may be swollen, red, and blistered. Pain and discomfort are common, but they can be managed with over-the-counter pain medication. It is important to keep the treated area clean and dry to prevent infection.

Cryosurgery is generally considered safe, but like any medical procedure, it carries some risks. These include scarring, nerve damage, and changes in skin pigmentation. Your doctor will discuss the risks and benefits of cryosurgery with you to determine if it is the right treatment option for your specific condition.