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Christopher L. Hess, MD answers: Fat removal volume for Breast Reduction and Liposuction?

I'm getting a Breast Reduction of 1 kg done at the same time of Liposuction to upper and lower abs, flanks, and outer thighs. I'm supposed to be under general for 5 hours. Based on the max volume for Liposuction, should my doctor remove less fat from my areas if she is already removing 1 kg from my breasts? Should I split the surgeries to be in a safer side and get more fat removed with the surgery for Liposuction alone? Thanks.


Christopher L. Hess, MD
7 months ago
By Christopher L. Hess, MD - Fairfax Plastic Surgeon

Studies have shown that liposuction is safe with aspirates up to 5 liters.  This is based on infusion volumes and the medications that are put into the tumescent solution.  So it's safe as long as the amount of local anesthetic is in the safe range for the case.  It is possible that your surgeon will get close to that safe range.  But as long as she does the math you'll be just fine.

Web reference: http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1272958-overview
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