A lot of Plastic Surgeons in Miami recommend cell saver during lipo360 and it is mandatory with a 2nd round of lipo and/or if your HGB is less than 12. I understand the need for cellsaver if you are undergoing sx for a ruptured AAA or large orthopedic case but wonder if it is warranted with liposuction. QUESTION: 1 - are there any risks associated such as sepsis or HIT? 2 - do the risks outweigh the benefit? 3 - does the lidocaine in the solution pose a threat or is it completely washed out?
November 13, 2019
Answer: Risks of cell saver outweigh the benefits? (liposuction) That is a bit misleading based on how you asses the risks associated with cell saver. Each surgery proposes unavoidable risks. Cell saver is vital to patients with low HGB or Patients who essentially want to feel better after surgery. Blood loss occurs during all liposuction cases but the blood loss should never be substantial where cell saver is mandatory. Each Liposuction case begins with tumescent solution which contains epinephrine that causes blood vessels to vasoconstrict which reduces blood loss. Dr. S. Alexander Earle Double Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Pure Plastic Surgery
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November 13, 2019
Answer: Risks of cell saver outweigh the benefits? (liposuction) That is a bit misleading based on how you asses the risks associated with cell saver. Each surgery proposes unavoidable risks. Cell saver is vital to patients with low HGB or Patients who essentially want to feel better after surgery. Blood loss occurs during all liposuction cases but the blood loss should never be substantial where cell saver is mandatory. Each Liposuction case begins with tumescent solution which contains epinephrine that causes blood vessels to vasoconstrict which reduces blood loss. Dr. S. Alexander Earle Double Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Pure Plastic Surgery
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November 15, 2019
Answer: Cell saver Dear Lady63, cell saver is a great thing for some surgeries but in case of liposuction it is not frequently used. But every plastic surgeon has his own protocol which he uses. 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
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November 15, 2019
Answer: Cell saver Dear Lady63, cell saver is a great thing for some surgeries but in case of liposuction it is not frequently used. But every plastic surgeon has his own protocol which he uses. 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
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