Removal of lipoma on the upper back

This lesion had been present for a number of years and was now at a size that was bothering the patient. If you'd just like to see the 'delivery' of the lipoma then I'd fast forward to the end. Regrettably, I forgot to save the file where I sutured this close. I did end up putting in a few dermal sutures (although I debated not doing so) followed by the typical interrupted sutures. The key that I would point out for people watching this procedure from a learning perspective is the use of your finger as a blunt dissecting tool. You can break down adhesions and get yourself into much less trouble by using your finger instead of a sharp or hard instrument that has no feel for you. This healed quite well and without incident.