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If you have a history of blood clots is this procedure to risky?

April 21, 2016
Asked By:wendy ward in American Fork, UT

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April 25, 2016

Answer: Liposuction with a history of blood clots may be risky

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April 25, 2016

Answer: Liposuction with a history of blood clots may be risky

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April 27, 2016

Answer: Blood Clots and Liposuction

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April 27, 2016

Answer: Blood Clots and Liposuction

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April 22, 2016

Answer: If you have a history of blood clots is this procedure to risky?

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April 22, 2016

Answer: If you have a history of blood clots is this procedure to risky?

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April 26, 2016

Answer: The risk should be quite low if it is done under local anesthesia

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April 26, 2016

Answer: The risk should be quite low if it is done under local anesthesia

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