Liposuction Side Effects
Liposuction is a procedure in which localized deposits of fat are removed to re-contour one or more areas of the body although this should not be viewed as a treatment for weight loss. The only problem with this procedure is that sometimes the fat returns but not to the region it was originally taken from.
If you are planning to have the treatment you will probably be offered one of two common methods, Ultrasonic or Tumescent although there are others. Tumescent is one of the latest advances in this type of treatment which is now is one now of the most commonly performed cosmetic surgeries in the USA.
The tube used is much smaller and this also helps lessen the bruising which normally means a longer recovery period. The increasing use of Tumescent liposuction is down to the method it uses which limits the blood loss seen by traditional techniques as it adds adrenaline to the solution.
With Ultrasonic liposuction it is also possible to remove fat from difficult areas such as the upper abdomen, flanks, hip and back.
It is possible, even though rare, for internal injury to occur owing to the fact the surgeon cannot adequately see where the probe is once it’s inside the body when performing the traditional technique of removing fat. As always the best course of action for a prospective patient is to speak to the surgeon who is going the carry out the procedure and learn what method is best suited for them.
While the liposuction procedure is relatively safe when performed by a cosmetic surgeon, it is not without its risks and side effects, and including, death in very rare instances; approximately 20 out of 100,000. Anyone considering this treatment will need to have a medical examination first to confirm they are in good physical health for the procedure to take place. Keeping the wounds clean and free from infection after the procedure is imperative so plastic surgeons prescribe antibiotics to all patients during the healing process. Fortunately, fat removal techniques have improved a great deal in recent years.
To treat cellulite and bumpy skin, another form of liposuction is used called Lipo Dissolve which uses the application of a number of small needles to remove the fat, dissolving it during the process. As the process is almost pain free, patients can have it performed while they are fully conscious and with other cosmetic skin treatments that do not require surgery.