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A comparison of electrosurgery and cryosurgery in the management of benign mucosal lesions: a prospective randomized study

Background and objectives The purpose of this study was to examine the efficacy of cryosurgery and electrosurgery in the treatment of benign mucosal lesion; to compare and evaluate postoperative pain and wound-healing; and to compare the efficacy of these techniques in the management of benign mucosal lesions. Methods The study was conducted in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, KLE V.K. Institute of Dental Sciences, Belgaum. A total of 20 patients with benign mucosal lesions were included in the study and were treated using cryosurgery and electrosurgery. Results and observations It was observed that all 20 patients were cured without any complications and recurrence. Patient compliance and postoperative pain results showed better results with cryosurgery as compared with electrosurgery. Intraoperative and postoperative pain and discomfort was found to be more in cases treated with electrosurgery. Wound-healing was satisfactorily achieved while using both the treatment modalities. Conclusion In conclusion, we state that both these treatment modalities have their own advantages and disadvantages. Cryosurgery is a promising treatment modality and can be considered for use on outpatient basis for the treatment of certain lesions. However, continued research at clinical as well as microscopic levels is necessary for proper assessment of wound-healing and long follow-up of patients.