RISKS, COMPLICATIONS AND DANGERS OF LIPOSUCTION

2006-04-30T02:33:00.000-07:00

RISKS WITH LIPOSUCTION:
Before going gaga over losing those pesky flabs,better consider the following risks and complications that range from mild to potentially life-threatening due to liposuction.
Skin Sag.
Removal of fat tissues in one area of the body at once may result in loose skin, depending on skin's elasticity.Stretch marks hint poor skin elasticity. So you might want tolook all over your body for stretch marks first before getting nicked during liposuction.
Uneven curves. Take-two's of this procedure often come from liposuction patients complaining about lumps and bumps fromtheir original surgery.
Liposuction Scars. Scars from liposuction are permanent. It isrecommended that to prevent scar tissue from darkening, they should be kept out of the sun.
Swelling. Depending on the recovery rate and are operated on,edema or swelling may last for weeks or even months after liposuction. Fluid pockets may form. They will need to be drained with a needle.
Infection. Most patients that underwent surgical procedures areprone to infections. Antibiotics are prescribed to take afterliposuction to prevent infection.
Burns. Ultrasonic assisted liposuction utilizes a probe thatmay become very hot and can cause burns.
Organ Damage from Injury. A probe under the skin through a small incision gives the possibility of puncturing an internal organ.
Fluid Imbalance. During liposuction, large amounts of fluidsare injected while some fluid is removed from the fat tissue.If not recognized fluid imbalance may result in pulmonary edema, or heart or kidney dysfunction.
Pulmonary Embolism. Small pieces of fat may crumb off during liposuction and go to the lungs as pulmonary emboli. This riskis greatest within the first 3 days.
Lidocaine Overdose. Too much lidocaine injected may result to toxicity.
Liposuction Deaths. For every 100,000 liposuction performed,the risk of death is around 3.These liposuction dangers could be lowered in rate if an expert surgeon will perform the operation. The health of the patient would also influence the severity of the risks.
Avoiding multiple procedures, general anesthesia, extracting large amount of fat could also contribute to a safer liposuction.

WHAT IS LIPOSUCTION?

2006-04-29T09:23:00.000-07:00

Before i Embark Upon The Other Aspects of LipoSuction, Let us first study What is Liposuction?

Liposuction is a surgical procedure which allows a surgeon to go into your body to remove extra fat deposits and to shape or reshape your body. The excess fat is removed by going under the skin with an ultrasonic probe which will then emulsify the fat and it will be removed with the suction.
Liposuction is not just for the stomach and abdominal area. You are able to get liposuction on many areas of your body including; your hips area, neck, butt, arms, calves, face, or back. You also have the option of getting liposuction done on more than one area at the same time. For example, you could get liposuction on your stomach, back, and arms in the same day.
More men have started to opt into getting liposuction done also. The most common area for men is the chest area to reduce breast size or to remove lipomas, or fat tumors. However, please note than liposuction is not an alternative to a healthy diet and exercise plan. Liposuction only helps to remove the areas of fat that have not responded to a traditional weight-loss method.
Liposuction can be performed by plastic surgeons or by dermatologists, although any authorized physician can perform liposuction. Most physicians' professional associations highly recommend training for liposuction, even though no standardized training is mandatory. Always make sure to ask whether or not your doctor has had specialized training in liposuction and have had success with it in the past. However, there is always the chance of the liposuction procedure having complications. This surgery is a bigger risk for those who have medical conditions like heart disease, lung disease, poor blood circulation, diabetes or who have had surgery recently. Inform your doctor of any medical conditions you might have.
Liposuction surgery has helped many people transition into a healthier lifestyle easier and has also helped to raise the self-esteem and well-being in those individuals also. Liposuction is the permanent removal of fat. This procedure is recommended only to those who are obese (excessively overweight), as this procedure removes large amounts of fat over several sessions of surgery. Anywhere from four to six liters of pure fat is able to be removed in each session.
The most common areas for women to get liposuction are in the abdomen, chin, hips and thighs. Men have also gone with liposuction to reduce the size of their stomachs. Liposuction is one of the safest forms of cosmetic surgery there is and is performed as day surgery and requires only the use of a local anesthetic.
Liposuction can be performed on people of all ages, but older patients do not receive the same result, as their skin elasticity is less than a younger person who has tighter skin. Any procedure, including liposuction, involves many risks and complications. Before going through with the surgery, make sure that the surgeon you have chosen is recommended and has a reputation of being honest and safe.

LIPOSUCTION GUIDE

RISKS, COMPLICATIONS AND DANGERS OF LIPOSUCTION

WHAT IS LIPOSUCTION?