The risks are the same

York Jay Yates, MD answers: Revision lipo risks similar with regular lipo?

In abdominal Liposuction, are the risks associated with the revision liposuction the same as with regular liposuction? My doctor said I will need some below my belly button to my incision where, a pad of fat from my upper abs got pulled down in my Tummy Tuck. I'm pretty thin and worry about things like getting an organ damaged or fat embolization. Just wondered if the risks might be less since it is relatively not a large area. I am three months post-op now and still swell a bit at times. Thanks.


York Jay Yates, MD
6 months ago
By York Jay Yates, MD - Ogden Plastic Surgeon

There will be a little scar tissue in the area which will possibly make it little more strenuous on your surgeon, but otherwise the risks are the same.  I prefer power assisted liposuction in those cases to help reduce the effort.

Regarding the timing of such an endeavor, you would be better off waiting for a few more months.  I would wait until your swelling has come completely down, as it will give a more accurate assessment of what needs to be treated.

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