What is Liposuction

What exactly is Liposuction? Our medical encyclopedia can get you started in your journey to learn more about this procedure. Continue your research by choosing one of the procedure sections to the left.

Liposuction Definition


Alternate Names for Liposuction:
Body fat removal
Lipocontouring
Lipoplasty
Suction lipectomy

Definition

Liposuction is an elective surgical procedure. It reshapes the body through the removal of excess body fat.


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Learn what Liposuction is
What Is
Learn what the procedure is. Find out how it is performed.
Reasons For Liposuction
Reasons For
Find out why and when this procedure should be done.
Liposuction Complications
Complications
Learn about possible complications and what might increase the risk of them.
Liposuction Details
What to Expect
Find out how long it will take, what they will be doing and what to expect afterwards.
Liposuction Results
Results
What are the next steps and other possible tests needed after you have received the results.
When to Contact Doctor about Liposuction
Call Your Doctor
What to look out for and when to call your doctor after a procedure has been done.

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