Basic Dermatology Curriculum (Videos)-How to Perform a Scissor Biopsy

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In this video, scissor biopsies are demonstrated as a method for removing pedunculated skin lesions like skin tags, filiform warts, and polypoid melanocytic nevi. The procedure involves using various tools including alcohol-soaked cotton balls, lidocaine solution for anesthesia, fine pick-ups and scissors, gauze, and a formalin-filled biopsy bottle. The area is prepared with alcohol swabs and marked with a surgical pen. Anesthesia is administered, and the lesion is confirmed by probing with a needle. The lesion is then stabilized with a pick-up and cut at the base using scissors. Hemostasis is achieved either with pressure or the application of 20% aluminum chloride. No credits are mentioned in the transcript.

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Concept Scissor Biopsy

Concept Pedunculated Skin Lesion

Concept Lesion Excision

Concept Biopsy Instrument

Concept Local Anesthesia

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scissor biopsies

pedunculated skin lesions

skin tags

filiform warts

polypoid melanocytic nevi

Scissor Biopsy

Pedunculated Skin Lesion

Lesion Excision

Biopsy Instrument

Local Anesthesia