21^st Euro Obesity and Endocrinology Congress

Liposuction

The time required to do liposuction varies significantly, depending on the size of the area treated, the sum of fat being removed, the type of anesthesia Liposuction is a popular cosmetic surgery procedure designed to remove excess fat from specific areas of the body. It involves the use of a suction device to extract fat from beneath the skin, which can help contour and reshape areas such as the abdomen, thighs, buttocks, and arms. Despite its effectiveness, liposuction is not a weight-loss solution but rather a method to address stubborn fat deposits that do not respond to diet and exercise. The procedure can be performed using various techniques, including traditional liposuction, tumescent liposuction, and laser-assisted liposuction, each offering different benefits and recovery times, Recovery from liposuction varies depending on the extent of the procedure and the individual's overall health. Patients may experience swelling, bruising, and soreness in the treated areas, which generally subside within a few weeks. Most individuals can return to light activities within a few days but should avoid strenuous exercise until fully healed. While liposuction can deliver significant aesthetic improvements, it is important for candidates to have realistic expectations and maintain a healthy lifestyle to preserve the results, used and the liposuction techniques which are selected. A small area, such as the chin/neck, may be treated in under 30 minutes, while a most wide procedure might last several hours. During the procedure, a medicated fluid is first injected into the treatment areas before the fat is removed. This fluid is a mixture of vein salt solution, lidocaine (a local anesthetic), and epinephrine (a drug that constricts blood vessels). Liposuction works by introducing fluid into the areas where fat needs to be removed. Then, tiny tubes are inserted through barely-noticeable cuts. The fluid that was inserted helps remove fat more effectively when it’s sucked out through the pipes that were inserted. Once the desired contour is obtained, a compressive garment is placed, this helps to minimize staining and supports in patient comfort.