Can uterine fibroids interfere with liposuction 360 or the recovery process?

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I am considering a 360 liposuction. I have 2 uterine fibroids one approximately the size of an egg and the other a grape. They do cause some discomfort to my day to day life. Can they interfere with this surgical procedure or the recovery process?

Edwin C. Pound, III, MD · Answer

The presence of uterine fibroids should not be a contraindication for liposuction.  The fibroids are internal to the abdominal wall and liposuction deals with fat outside the abdominal wall.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Priscilla89,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination, but based on your description, your fibroids should not be a contraindication for a surgery. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD

Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Robert M. Tornambe, MD · Answer

PriscillaI appreciate your concern, however small fibroids such as yours, should not interfere with abdominal liposuction. If they are causing issues, such as pain on a regular basis, you should see your gynecologist. Please confirm my advice with both your gynecologist and plastic surgeon. Good luck.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Small fibroids of the uterus do not necessarily present an issue to liposuction.  Recommend that you address the fibroid issue with your gynecologist prior to scheduling the lipo and share the information with your PS.
Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Los Angeles, CA

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear!
Thanks for the question and provided information as well.
Uterine fibroids are not a contraindication for liposuction. In general, you need to be physically healthy and at a stable weight, have realistic expectations, be a non-smoker and your BMI needs to be 30 or less.
l recommend you to make an appointment with a board certified plastic surgeon to talk about your goals and anything you need to know.
Good luck :)

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