What are the risks of liposuction?

In general, liposuction is a very common and safe procedure; however, like all surgeries there are some risks to keep in mind. Learn more from Jeremy Warner, MD, FACS, about the risks of liposuction.

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Some of the more common risks are bleeding, infection, fluid collections that need to later be drained, small scars.

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The scars are very minimal but there are some scars. [MUSIC PLAYING]

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In general, liposuction is quite safe and is a very good operation. In fact, it's one of the top most commonly performed

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cosmetic procedures that plastic surgeons do. However, like all surgery, there are some risks

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associated with this procedure. Some of the more common risks are bleeding, infection,

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fluid collections that need to later be drained, small scars. The scars are very minimal but there are some scars.

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And most commonly, the biggest risks of liposuction are generally those involving contour irregularities

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following the procedure. There are other risks as well, which may be more serious,

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such as damage to deeper structures from the liposuction cannula itself, such as blood vessels, nerves, or deeper parts of the abdomen.

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These severe complications are generally quite rare when performed by a properly trained board certified

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plastic surgeon. [AUDIO LOGO]