Risks And Benefits Of Liposuction
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22 March 2024
Liposuction (fat removal) is one of the most popular cosmetic surgical procedures
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It uses suction to remove fat from specific areas of the body, such as the stomach, hips, thighs, buttocks, arms or neck
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The surgery gives the body a better shape for people who are bothered by fatty bulges or irregularities that cannot be eliminated by diet and/or exercise
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However, as with any surgery, liposuction has risks. These risks include bleeding and a reaction to anaesthesia
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There are other risks specific to liposuction as well, including contour irregularities, fluid buildup, numbness, infection, kidney and heart problems
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Your skin may appear bumpy, wavy or withered due to uneven fat removal, poor skin elasticity and scarring. These changes may be permanent
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Temporary pockets of fluid, called seromas, can form under the skin. They may need to be drained using a needle
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When large volumes of liposuction are performed, fluid shifts. This can cause possibly life-threatening kidney, heart and lung problems
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Rarely, if the thin tube used during surgery penetrates too deeply, it may puncture an internal organ. This may require emergency surgery to repair the organ
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Skin infections are rare but possible. A severe skin infection may be life-threatening
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