I am a thin woman looking for contouring of the legs and abdomen. I am healthy and never underwent general anesthesia. No drug allergies or family Hx of problems with anesthesia. Thanks!
April 30, 2014
Answer: General anesthesia is not required for most liposuction patients. Liposuction is often done with oral or IV sedation along with the tumescent technique. General anesthesia is available but not necessary.
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April 30, 2014
Answer: General anesthesia is not required for most liposuction patients. Liposuction is often done with oral or IV sedation along with the tumescent technique. General anesthesia is available but not necessary.
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Answer: Anesthesia for liposuction There are many choices for aneshtesia for liposuction and your surgeon can review them with you at your consultation. The type(s) eash patient is a candidate for depend on several things including the number of areas to be treated as well as the total volume anticipated to be removed. Safety is of course the number one priority followed by keeping the patient most comfortable during the surgery and setting the stage for a smooth recovery. General anesthesia is extrordinarly safe and does not always require intubation.
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Answer: Anesthesia for liposuction There are many choices for aneshtesia for liposuction and your surgeon can review them with you at your consultation. The type(s) eash patient is a candidate for depend on several things including the number of areas to be treated as well as the total volume anticipated to be removed. Safety is of course the number one priority followed by keeping the patient most comfortable during the surgery and setting the stage for a smooth recovery. General anesthesia is extrordinarly safe and does not always require intubation.
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