Liposuction and and how much fat to be removed safely

Jeffrey E. Schreiber, MD answers: Maximum fat volume that can be removed by laser liposuction?

How many cc's or Liters of fat have to be taken out for a laser liposuction procedure to be considered a large volume? Is it more than ten pounds worth of fat?


Jeffrey E. Schreiber, MD
28 days ago

Whether it's laser liposuction, ultrasound liposuction, or regular liposuction, make sure you're in a hospital or fully accredited surgicenter where you can be observed if more than 2 liters of fat is removed.  The way your body reacts after large volume liposuction may require your urine output to be monitored and extra fluid given intravenously.  Also, make sure you're comfortable with your plastic surgeon and his/her post-operative care before proceeding with surgery.  Good luck!

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