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Power-assisted Liposuction (PAL)
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A surgical procedure that removes excess fat using a small cannula that is attached to a suction machine.
With the help of a power-assisted device, the cannula in a reciprocating movement of 4000 cycles per minute is able to remove fat tissue easily and with less force. This makes the procedure easier on both patients and surgeons. It will ease your mind to know that the PAL is not ultrasonic. No heat is generated by the instrument or cannula, so burning isn't a concern.
| Liposuction |
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| Time required: 1–2 hours Anesthesia: Usually tumescent local anesthesia with IV sedation. Sometimes, epidural or general anesthesia |
| Recovery Time |
| Back to work: 1–2 weeks Strenuous activity: 2–4 weeks Full recovery: 1–6 months |
The Effect of Liposuction
Also known as lipoplasty, liposuction creates shape, contour and definition to treated areas of the body.
The Liposuction Procedure
Liposuction is a procedure to remove unwanted fat from specific areas, including the abdomen, hips, buttocks, thighs, knees, upper arms, chin, cheeks and neck using a tube (cannula) that is attached to a suction machine. With the help of a power-assisted device, the cannula in a reciprocating movement of 4000 cycles per minute is able to remove fat tissue easily and with less force.
Best Candidates for Liposuction
The best candidates for liposuction are normal-weight people with firm, elastic skin who have pockets of excess fat in certain areas.
Risks
All surgery carries risk, and you should be fully aware of the medical risks associated with this procedure before you consent to surgery. Your surgeon will discuss these risks with you during your consultation, and you are encouraged to ask questions if there is anything you do not understand.
You will be required to sign a consent form before surgery stating that you have been informed of the risks involved; that you understand those risks; and that you accept those risks. This is standard protocol and surgery will not be performed if you do not sign.
It is your obligation to inform your surgeon of key medical information that may influence the outcome of your surgery or may increase the level of risk. These include medications you are taking, history of disease, medical complications, etc.
Risks and risk rates vary from patient to patient depending on a range of factors. No two people are alike. The risks listed below are possible risks associated with this type of surgery and are mentioned regardless of how remote the possibility:
- Liposuction is not a weight-loss tool and cannot be performed on obese people
- Liposuction carries greater risk for individuals with medical problems such as diabetes, significant heart or lung disease, poor blood circulation, or those who have recently had surgery near the area to be contoured
- Asymmetry
- Rippling or bagginess of skin
- Pigmentation changes
- Skin injury
- Fluid retention
- Can lead to excessive fluid loss leading to shock
- Infection
Post-surgical Side Effects
- Temporary bruising, swelling, soreness and numbness
- Lumpiness
Please note that the above information should be used only as a guide to your treatment. All specifics will be discussed with your physician during your consultation.
For further information on any of our procedures, you can contact us, request for an appointment, or visit us in our company location.
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