Each surgeon has their own requirements for recovery and the compression garment. For my patients, they can go home usually after an hour and a half in the recovery room. If they are doing as expected they may go home but need a responsible adult to drive them home and stay with them for 24 hours. I have them wear their compression garment for 6 weeks. Good luck!
Hi, Thanks for your question. I perform the procedure under local anesthesia. About 15-20% of our cases(those with less pain tolerance or anxious individuals) require a light sedation along with the local anesthesia. We have an anesthetist present for even those surgeries performed under local anesthesia. The person is usually discharged 1-2 hours after the procedure. The compression vest is to be worn for 4-6 weeks.