Complications and Solutions for Post-Operative Liposuction Deformities

Abstract

In this chapter, the authors will review the complications associated with liposuction and laser liposuction procedures, using published reports as the guide to document these complications and deformities to the readers. In addition, the authors will also report on the use of tumescent anesthesia and the published documentation regarding safety concerns that have been presented via the use of tumescence versus general anesthesia when performing liposuction or laser liposuction. Real-world discussions also will take place in which the authors describe best treatment practices as solutions to those complications described. Liposuction and laser liposuction are wonderful procedures that have been performed for many years. Understanding and being able to identify and treat any untoward complications is extremely important to make everyone a better surgeon and a better physician.

Iatrogenic Liver Perforation During Liposuction: A Case Report and In-depth Review of Clinical Presentation, Management, and Lessons Learned

“… 12 Contrast-enhanced ultrasound has been proven to be the preferred tool for monitoring penetrating liver injury because it permits a dynamic visualization of the ultrasound contrast agent wash over time to provide different vascular phases when examining the liver. 13 …”