Is Liposuction safe for thighs with varicose veins?

It might be worth consulting with a vascular surgeon prior to having your liposuction. Compression garments which are worn after surgery, should be appropriate for you. You don’t want the hem of the garment to compress the skin that overlies a varicosity as this could cause a clot in the vein. You may... more

Varicose veins don't usually cause much of a problem for thigh liposuctions, especially if done under local anesthesia rather than general anesthesia. See your doctor and he will advise you accordingly but you are probably just fine.

This is a relatively common condition that occurs in patients undergoing liposuction. There are some concerns with the prolonged swelling or increased risk of deep venous thrombosis in any paitent with varicose veins undergoing a prolonged procedure under general anesthesia. Discuss your concerns with your... more