Liposuction is a serious surgery with multiple risks. It’s important to discuss all the risks of liposuction with your doctor before having the procedure.
Risks during surgery
The risks during surgery include:· puncture wounds or injuries to other organs
· anesthesia complications
· burns from equipment, such as ultrasound probes
· nerve damage
· shock
· death
Risks immediately after the procedure
The risks after the procedure include:· blood clot in the lungs
· too much fluid in the lungs
· fat clots
· infections
· hematoma (bleeding under the skin)
· seroma (fluid leaking under the skin)
· edema (swelling)
· skin necrosis (the death of skin cells)
· reactions to anesthesia and other medications
· heart and kidney problems
· death
Risks during recovery
The risks during recovery include:· problems with the shape or contours of the body
· wavy, dimpled, or bumpy skin
· numbness, bruising, pain, swelling, and soreness
· infections
· fluid imbalances
· scars
· changes in skin sensation and feeling
· skin color changes
· problems with healing
