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Bowel perforation after liposuction in abdominal contouring surgery: Case report
Caterina Gardener1, Laura Pandis1, Martina Grigatti1
1Clinic of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Neuroscience Department, University of Padua, Italy.
International Journal of Surgery Case Reports
|June 8, 2020
Summary
This case report details a rare intestinal perforation following combined abdominal contouring surgery. Careful consideration of patient positioning and surgical sequencing is crucial to minimize risks during complex aesthetic procedures.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Gastrointestinal Surgery
- Surgical Complications
Background:
- Liposuction is a common aesthetic plastic surgery procedure globally.
- While rare, serious systemic or visceral complications can occur.
- Abdominal contouring surgery involves multiple procedures, potentially increasing risks.
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