Title : Effectiveness and safety of outpatient dermatosurgical procedures
Abstract:
With the rising preference for outpatient care in dermatosurgery due to its advantages such as shorter waiting times, reduced administrative burden, and quicker reintegration into the patient’s normal environment, it becomes increasingly important to evaluate its safety profile—particularly concerning postoperative complications. This prospective observational study investigates the incidence and management of postoperative haemorrhage in 105 patients undergoing outpatient dermatosurgical procedures. A specific focus was placed on comparing outcomes between unilateral and bilateral surgeries. Key data points collected included patient demographics, surgical type and technique, procedure duration, and anticoagulant therapy. The results indicate that, when managed properly, outpatient dermatosurgery yields outcomes comparable to—if not exceeding—those of inpatient procedures. Postoperative haemorrhage occurred infrequently and was effectively managed in almost all cases, including those involving patients on anticoagulation therapy. These findings underscore the importance of proactive bleeding risk assessment and the implementation of tailored perioperative protocols. This study contributes to the growing body of evidence supporting the safety, efficiency, and practicality of outpatient dermatologic surgery. It also highlights the need for individualized management strategies to maintain a high level of patient safety while maximizing the systemic and patient-centered benefits of ambulatory care.
