Power-assisted liposuction

Power-assisted liposuction: Power-assisted liposuction is the removal of fat deposits under the skin from various parts of the body: abdomen, hips, buttocks, thighs, arms, chin, and cheeks; the narrow tube used to remove the fat is attached to a mechanical device that moves the cannula in and out of the incision quickly.

Diseases And Conditions Treated: Power-assisted liposuction

These diseases and conditions may be treated with the surgical procedure Power-assisted liposuction:

Fat deposits resistant to exercise
Excessive fat deposits

Non-Surgical Options: Power-assisted liposuction

These non-surgical medical options may be possible alternative treatments to performing Power-assisted liposuction:

Dieting and exercise

Other Surgical Options: Power-assisted liposuction

Surgical procedure options to consider as an alternative for Power-assisted liposuction may include these surgeries:

Tumescent liposuction

Anesthetic Requirements for Power-assisted liposuction

These surgical anesthetic requirements for the procedure Power-assisted liposuction may include:

Regional or general anesthesia

Procedure Complications: Power-assisted liposuction

Possible surgical complications of Power-assisted liposuction may include:

Bleeding
Infection
Uneven surface
Nerve damage
Blood clots
Scarring
Adverse reaction to anesthesia
Asymmetry
Pain
Blood vessel damage
Muscle damage
Swelling
Repeat surgery
Possible blood transfusion

Prognosis for a Good Outcome: Power-assisted liposuction

The prognosis for a good medical outcome: The prognosis is good.