Soft Tissue

An excisional biopsy is a more involved procedure where the entire abnormality or area of interest is removed. To further clarify this, there are four options for obtaining a tissue sample.

A lipoma is a slow-growing, fatty lump that’s most often situated between your skin and the underlying muscle layer. A lipoma, which feels doughy and usually isn’t tender, moves readily with slight finger pressure. Lipomas are usually detected in middle age. Some people have more than one lipoma.

A cyst is a sac-like pocket of tissue that contains fluid, air, or other substances. Cysts can grow almost anywhere in your body or on your skin. There are many different types of cysts. Most cysts are benign, or non-cancerous.

An abscess is a tender mass generally surrounded by a colored area from pink to deep red. Abscesses are often easy to feel by touching. The middle of an abscess is full of pus and debris.

An abdominal tumor is an abnormal growth in the abdomen. An abdominal tumor causes visible swelling and may change the shape of the abdomen. A person with an abdominal tumor may notice weight gain and symptoms such as abdominal discomfort, pain, and bloating.