Lipoma extraction device
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- Publication: A review of techniques and procedures for lipoma treatment, Clinical Dermatology, 3(4): 105–112. (March 21, 2016)
Project Overview
Lipomas are benign growths of fatty tissue beneath the skin. They are visible masses on the skin surface and may be asymptomatic or painful. Surgical excision may be complicated by bleeding and difficulty breaking fibrous bands that run through the lesion leading to prominent scarring. The goal of this project is to create a lighted device that could be introduced from a small incision in the skin, break any fibrous tissue and micronize fat lobules to facilitate extraction, benefiting both physicians and patients.
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Team Members
- Stephen Monette - Team Leader
- Alexander Nguyen - Communicator
- Thomas Zipp - BSAC & BPAG
- Matthew Boyer - BWIG
Advisor and Client
- Prof. Amit Nimunkar - Advisor
- Dr. William Aughenbaugh - Client
Related Projects
- Spring 2015: Lipoma extraction device
- Fall 2014: Lipoma extraction device