Is the removal of 5 liters enough to show results from lipo?

Liposuction is not a weight loss procedure, if you need substantial reduction in fat 5L will do very little for contouring.  I suggest you see an expert.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Hello,5 liters is more than enough to show dramatic results in patients that are good candidates for liposuction. Given your stats, you are not a good candidate. Best of luck!

If you want to be safe, then that is all that should be taken off at one procedure. Liposuction is not a with loss procedure, and even 5L of fat will not translate into that amount of 'weight' loss. Liposuction is used to contour stubborn areas of fat accumulation.Best.

Thank you for
your question.Best to be at a BMI less than 30 or within 10 pounds of your goal weight and stable at that weight for 6 months prior to surgery for optimal results.  5L is the most that can be taken out in an outpatient setting.  Anything more than that, needs to be done in the hospital with blood transfusions available should they be needed as greater than 5L will cause massive fluid shifts in the body.  Please discuss with your plastic surgeon so the two of you together can make the most informed decision about the safest approach for you.

The best way
to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.

Please see a
board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative
plastic surgery.

Dr. Schwartz

Board
Certified Plastic Surgeon

Director-Beverly
Hills Breast and Body Institute

#RealSelf100Surgeon

Hello dear, thanks for your question and provided
information as well.. This is the surgical
procedure that revolutionized cosmetic surgery becoming one of the most
performed cosmetic procedures. Subcutaneous tissue or fat is removed in order
to contour the body in a way that is harmonious and pleasing to the senses. It
can be performed in almost all regions of the body such as the neck, chin,
abdomen, back, buttocks, thighs, arms and ankles. Usually done through a small
incision in the skin through which a cannula connected to a vacuum is applied,
it can be performed alone or in combination with other procedures. After
liposuction your body is going to be really swollen for at least 2 to 4 months
after your surgery. It is important for you to wear your compression garment
for at least 6 months, the first 3 months 24/7 and then the last 3 months at
least 12 hours per day for your body get use to not having the faja for so many
time. When you remove it, your body can get swollen and also you can have pain.
Remember to also compress your body to prevent a seroma which is an
accumulation of liquid that has to be drained, it is hard to touch and also
really painful. Bruises are completely normal for almost 3 months from surgery,
that’s why is better for you to use a bruising cream and apply it all over your
body 3 times a day. To prevent bad circulation and swollen legs, use
compression socks. Brazilian butt lift can be performed with the same procedure
and for a month it will be swollen and it will drop a little bit without losing
it’s shape if you use your garment.. Hugs!

Thank you for your question.  Liposuction is a body contouring procedure and will reduce fatty deposits.  You will see a difference, but weight loss before surgery will make the results more noticeable and longer lasting.Best Wishes!

I always discuss with patients that the most important thing is not how much is removed but how your body appears with what is left behind.  2 liters on someone short and low weight could be too much whereas someone with more body surface area, 5 liters, depending what areas are treated, may not be enough...Any amount anticipated over 5 liters should be performed in a hospital setting to monitor for electrolyte changes and blood loss.I recommend you consult with a board certified plastic surgeon so the correct surgical plan and procedures cand be determined.  It is difficult to give you definitive information without a full examination.  

You will have a much better and more natural look if you just lose the weight naturally. The limit of 5 liters is a safety thing and I hope you will be staying in a full service hospital for a night or two as this is a risky proposition. Many patients have wound up in the ICU after large volume liposuction. I personally started doing liposuction in 1982 when it was first introduce to this country and have never passed 3 liters. It is not worth taking huge risks for cosmetic reasons in my mind. BTW,5 liters is only 11 pounds. You could lose that in a month of diet and exercise and save several thousand dollars .