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How Much Fat Can Be Removed with Vaser Lipo Selection?

Hi, just wanted to ask how much fat can be safely removed with vaser lipo selection under local. Would it be necessary to have the treatment done under general in a theatre for larger amounts ? I have looked on the internet but can not find this info. Thank you

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Fat removal with vaser

May 19th, 2011
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Most people will limite fat removal with any form of liposuction to about 5 liters.  It doesn't really matter which technique is used.

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Steven Wallach, MD


New York Plastic Surgeon
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How Much Fat Can Be Removed with Vaser Lipo Selection?

May 19th, 2011
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In Florida in office surgery the limitations are 4 liters of supernatant fat. Restrictions vary to state and country. Best of luck. 

Darryl J. Blinski, MD

Vaser Lipo

November 14th, 2011
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The usual rule is no more than 2 liters of fat, about half a gallon, 4.4 lbs., provided there is not a large amount of blood loss.  Thank you for your questions and good luck.

Vivek Bansal, MD

Vivek Bansal, MD
Danville Plastic Surgeon
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