Malignant Transformation of a Multi-Operated Divided Nevus of the Eyelids

Radiofrequency ablation micro-dissecting of eyelid nevus with XL-RFA device under operating microscope

AIM

To study the effect of an innovative micro-dissection procedure by radiofrequency ablation (MRA) in removing eyelid nevus.

METHODS

Fifty-six consecutive outpatients with eyelid nevus were treated with MRA using a monopolar device. The effect of MRA was determined after following-up for 6mo to 5y.

RESULTS

Fifty-two cases (52 eyes, 92.9%) were cured once, and 4 cases (4 eyes, 7.1%) received second treatment for small residual. All cases healed well after surgery, with no pigmentation, no scars, no loss of eyelashes, no deformation of eyelid margin. There was no visual impairment after healing.

CONCLUSION

MRA of eyelid nevus using the XL-RFA device is highly efficient without significant complications.