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Liposuction on flanks and abdomen. How long should I wear the compression garment?

June 21, 2015
Asked By:deekal in North Sydney, AU

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June 26, 2015

Answer: Your surgeon knows

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June 26, 2015

Answer: Your surgeon knows

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June 24, 2015

Answer: No evidence that compressive garments have any effect on the long-term outcome after liposuction.

http://www.zubowicz.com/procedures/liposuction/#2666
Vincent N. Zubowicz, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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June 24, 2015

Answer: No evidence that compressive garments have any effect on the long-term outcome after liposuction.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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June 23, 2015

Answer: Liposuction

Robert Heck, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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June 23, 2015

Answer: Liposuction

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June 23, 2015

Answer: Garments

Ryan Neinstein, MD, FRCSCCertified Plastic Surgeon
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June 23, 2015

Answer: Garments

Ryan Neinstein, MD, FRCSCCertified Plastic Surgeon
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June 22, 2015

Answer: Liposuction

Kevin G. Rose, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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June 22, 2015

Answer: Liposuction

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