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Liposuction and anesthesia.

R S Narins1

  • 1White Plains Medical Center, New York.

Dermatologic Clinics
|July 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary
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Dermatologic surgeons have a strong safety record performing liposuction, contributing to advancements in the procedure. They have successfully adapted liposuction to office settings, often using local anesthesia for patient safety.

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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Surgical Procedures

Background:

  • Liposuction surgery has been performed by dermatologists since its introduction in the U.S.
  • Dermatologic surgeons have actively contributed to the evolution of liposuction techniques and technology.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the safety and advancements in liposuction performed by dermatologic surgeons.
  • To emphasize the adaptation of liposuction to an office surgical setting.

Main Methods:

  • Dermatologic surgeons have pioneered new liposuction machines and cannulas.
  • Development and utilization of high-volume dilute lidocaine/epinephrine solutions for local anesthesia.

Main Results:

  • Liposuction has been safely adapted to an office surgical setting by dermatologic surgeons.

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  • The use of dilute local anesthetic solutions has, in many cases, replaced general anesthesia.
  • The safety record for liposuction performed by dermatologic surgeons is excellent.

    • Conclusions:

    • Dermatologic surgeons have demonstrated a consistent commitment to the safe performance of liposuction.
    • Advancements in techniques and anesthesia have enhanced the safety and accessibility of liposuction in dermatologic practice.