excision
noun
ex·ci·sion
ik-ˈsi-zhən 
: the act or procedure of removing by or as if by cutting out
especially
: surgical removal or resection
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One common surgical option is excision, where the fibroma is completely removed using surgical tools such as a scalpel.
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Lindsay Curtis, Health, 23 Nov. 2024
Leno subsequently underwent a surgical excision and grafting procedure and needed additional procedures.
—Edward Segarra, USA TODAY, 21 Nov. 2024
Earlier this year, Paul Mescal and Ridley Scott discussed the excision of a scene where Mescal kissed Pedro Pascal on the forehead.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 13 Nov. 2024
Less common methods of tattoo removal are surgical excisions and dermabrasion.
—Vanessa Etienne, People.com, 28 Oct. 2024
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Lindsay Curtis, Health, 23 Nov. 2024
Leno subsequently underwent a surgical excision and grafting procedure and needed additional procedures.
—Edward Segarra, USA TODAY, 21 Nov. 2024
Earlier this year, Paul Mescal and Ridley Scott discussed the excision of a scene where Mescal kissed Pedro Pascal on the forehead.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 13 Nov. 2024
Less common methods of tattoo removal are surgical excisions and dermabrasion.
—Vanessa Etienne, People.com, 28 Oct. 2024
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“Excision.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/excision. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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