| Bariatric Surgery.info Risks of Hematoma or Seroma in Liposuction to Remove Excess Body Fat |
Risk of bleeding, fluid leakage under
the skin after lipoplasty |
Health Risks of Hematoma or Seroma After LiposuctionLipoplasty cross-suctioning may occasionally lead to two conditions, hematoma and seroma. Hematoma and Seroma During LipoplastyHematoma during liposuction means bleeding into a closed area under the skin. Seroma means a pooling or leakage of fluid (blood serum) into a closed area beneath the skin. These conditions are associated with aggressive cross-suctioning, liposuction using large cannula, inadequate wound drainage and the type of lipoplasty technique used. Tumescent Liposuction Reduces Hematoma and SeromaCosmetic liposuction surgeries using the tumescent method carry a reduced risk of hematoma and seroma. This is because tumescent liposuction (1) uses microcannula which have a gentler effect on fat tissue during cross-suctioning; (2) uses multiple incisions (adits) which assist post-operative wound drainage. Risk of Hematoma or Seroma Reduced with Qualified Lipoplasty SurgeonChoosing a cosmetic or plastic surgeon who is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, or by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) is one way to ensure a minimum level of health risk, including that of hematoma and seroma, during your liposuction. To obtain the names of properly qualified plastic surgeons in your area, call the ASPS at 847-228-9900. Other Risks of Liposuction (Lipoplasty)Risks of Liposuction (Liposculpture) ------------------------------------------------ Gastric Bypass Bariatric Information |