Will cryo fat freeze/cool sculpting damage liver or kidneys?

Question

I have booked a session of 3D cryo- I don’t have much weight to lose just want to target problem areas. I am apprehensive however. I’m not sure if I have a liver condition. At present- I have major stomach bloating and slight discomfort around my spleen area. Surely this is due to heavy drinking over the Xmas period. I have been a heavy drinker for around 10 years so I’m unsure if I have any liver damage. Is cool sculpting still safe with this in mind?

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Hello.
Great question. Those procedures you mentioned should not involve any area near your spleen. However, based on your concerns, I will suggest visiting your primary provider for further details.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Coolsculpting won't affect your liver, but I suggest you see your physician and an Antiaging and wellness physician to help with weight loss and internal wellness/antiaging. 
If you have small problem areas you can use non invasive methods like coolsculpting with vanquish or TrusculptID to get small areas of fat reduced.  Skin also tightens if you combine this with exilis ultra, venus legacy, Inmode Forma/Contoura radiofrequency treatments.  You boost the results from coolsculpting if you add in Kybella injections to melt fat as well.  We also combine coolsculpting with shock therapy like Z wave, EVIVE, and cellutone to get even faster results, more improvement, and less risk of combinations like nodules, swelling, neuropathy or paradoxical hyperplasia.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Dana Goldberg, MD · Answer

Multiple studies show that there is no worsening of liver tests in normal patients. My advice is to prioritize your health and visit your family doctor to review your liver health whether or not you choose to proceed with this procedure.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

If you have internal fullness or am concerned about liver problems, please see your medical physician. Cool sculpting won't affect your liver or kidneys, but it does not always remove all the excess fat. Liposuction is a more sure way to remove fat safely.

Robert L. Kraft, MD, FACS · Answer

First, if you suspect cirrhosis or another liver condition, get that checked out. Second,  cryotherapy should have no effect on underlying structures. Personally, I do not place much stock in this procedure as opposed to liposuction. Neither is a weight loss substitute. Best wishes.

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