Seroma formation following abdominal liposuction.
BACKGROUND
Liposuction of the abdominal region is a common procedure performed in the United States. A variety of complications can occur when performing this procedure.


OBJECTIVE
To present a case of a patient with a seroma as a complication of abdominal liposuction and its management.


RESULTS
The patient had a recurring seroma of the right lower quadrant of the abdomen that necessitated ultrasound-guided drainage.


CONCLUSIONS
This case provided a valuable lesson. Clinicians should be conscious of the potential for this complication to occur. They must select patients appropriately to limit the risk of adverse events.
Glashofer
Marc
M
Department of Dermatology, Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA. mglashof@tulane.edu
Coleman
William P
WP
Lewis
Alan
A
Mason
Stephen
S
Plaisance
Janelle
J
D034861:Abdominal Wall / Q000601:surgery; D000328:Adult; D001458:Bandages; D004322:Drainage / Q000379:methods*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D015187:Lipectomy / Q000009:adverse effects*; D012008:Recurrence; D049291:Seroma / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000209:etiology* / Q000628:therapy; D016896:Treatment Outcome; D014463:Ultrasonography