Liposuction ...to Stitch or Not to Stitch?

June 23, 2013
Asked By:Dialou in Greece, GR

Hi , I am considering liposuction , to lower abdomen , inner/outer thighs and knees . The PS here says he stitches incisions . I have read leaving them open helps minimize swelling . Is stitching the incisions ok and is it reasonable to ask for them to be left open ? He has ASPS ISAPS ASAPS so seems to know what he is doing .

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June 30, 2013

Answer: If your doc stitches the lipo holes closed then you had better think twice.

David Hansen, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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June 30, 2013

Answer: If your doc stitches the lipo holes closed then you had better think twice.

David Hansen, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
June 26, 2013

Answer: Most liposuction puncture wounds are small enough that a stitch is not necessary.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
June 26, 2013

Answer: Most liposuction puncture wounds are small enough that a stitch is not necessary.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
June 25, 2013

Answer: Liposuction ...to Stitch or Not to Stitch?

Kenneth Hughes, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
June 25, 2013

Answer: Liposuction ...to Stitch or Not to Stitch?

Kenneth Hughes, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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