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liposuction
overview |
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introduction |
liposuction
surgery removes specific areas of unwanted fat; especially
fat that is resistant to a healthy diet and exercise program |
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often
combined with... |
tummy
tuck, breast augmentation,
breast lift, breast
reduction |
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incision
placement & surgery details |
several
small 2 to 8 mm incisions are placed in inconspicuous
areas that offer adequate access to the fatty areas |
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anesthesia |
tumescent,
local with IV sedation, or general anesthesia |
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surgical
facility |
usually
outpatient surgery center; hospital for large volume liposuction |
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length
of surgery |
1
to 4 hours |
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discomfort
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moderate |
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what
to expect after surgery |
discomfort,
bruising, swelling, numbness, decreased activity; back
to work in 1 to 2 weeks |
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risks |
loss
of sensation, prolonged swelling, infection, contour irregularities,
asymmetry, need for revision surgery, fat embolism |
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variations
and techniques |
suction
assisted (SAL), ultrasonic assisted (UAL), power assisted
(PAL), VASER, tumescent liposuction |
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cost
(surgeon's fee) |
$1500
to $15,000 depending greatly on extent of areas to be
treated |
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duration
of results |
once
fat is removed it doesn't return; weight gain or hormone
changes may cause an increase in the volume of remaining
fat |
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insurance |
liposuction
is considered cosmetic surgery; insurance does not apply |
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