Is Lipoma Removal Like Liposuction?

June 12, 2008
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My dad is going to have surgery to remove two lipomas from his flanks/lower back area.  I think a lipoma is some kind of fat deposit, so I'm wondering is lipoma removal anything like liposuction?  Is it a cosmetic procedure like liposuction, i.e. not covered by insurance?

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November 1, 2013

Answer: Lipomas are most often completely removed: Reason why ...

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Answer: There are better ways to remove lipomas than the old excision method

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