title: Lipoplasty complications and their prevention.
abstract: Liposuction is a very popular plastic surgical procedure with acceptably low risks; however, any surgical procedure has some inherent risks. It is imperative that the surgeon has a clear understanding of possible complications associated with liposuction, as well as their prevention and treatment. This article addresses a comprehensive list of complications associated with liposuction in general and, where applicable, addresses differences in risk between ultrasound-assisted lipoplasty and suction-assisted lipoplasty.
authors.affiliation: Institute for Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery, Nashville, Tennessee, USA.
authors.forename: M K
authors.initials: MK
authors.lastname: Gingrass
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D015187:Lipectomy / Q000009:adverse effects*; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000628:therapy; D012307:Risk Factors; D014464:Ultrasonic Therapy / Q000009:adverse effects