A Review of the Complications of Liposuction

Abstract

Cosmetic surgeons need to adhere to professional training, standards, and guidelines in order to improve the lifestyle and self-image of patients without causing them any harm. Surgeons must have the necessary qualifications and skills to perform the procedure. This article concentrates on the complications of liposuction, but one way to prevent complications is to know what one hopes to accomplish. Adherence to patient safety is an absolute. Liposuction techniques have evolved over the years from a dry technique to tumescent, VASER (vibration amplification of sound energy at resonance), and laser-assisted techniques. One must understand when to use each of these techniques to achieve the desired result. Complications of liposuction are rare, but the list is extensive. Avoiding complications entirely is not possible, so surgeons must understand how to manage and correct these situations. Liposuction is a very satisfactory procedure. Goals of improving on such a procedure include developing a simpler method, obtaining desired results more quickly, lessening fatigue for the surgeon, and improving results. Cosmetic surgeons must be aware of different methods to avoid complications.