Can you develop a fat embolism with Coolsculpting?

Question

I got a blood clot when I was pregnant and was on blood thinner. Now I am off the blood thinner but I have to use it again if I get pregnant again or travel long distances. Is there any risks for me to get coolsculpting? I heard of fat embolism, is it something coolsculpting can give you as a side effect? Thank you for your time.

Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACS · Answer

I appreciate your question.Coolsculpting treats your superficial fat which should not have any bearing on blood clotsIf you have a history of clots, please speak to your doctorThe best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.best of luck!Dr Schwartz

Peter J. Capizzi, MD · Answer

In the past Fat emboli were from trauma with broken bones in a car accident for instance.  Blood clotting is entirely different.  if you have a history of a deep venous thrombosis or pulmonary embolism, then these can be contraindications to having the procedure

Steven F. Weiner, MD · Answer

The question about fat embolism and Coolsculpting: this doesn't happen with Coolsculpting. Whether or not you are at risk for a blood clot is a different story. I have opted not to treat patients like you because there isn't enough data to suggest it is safe or not. I would steer you towards the Vanquish, which won't affect the clotting, in my opinion.

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Can you develop a fat embolism with Coolsculpting?

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