Fat transfer and removal at the same time?

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I want to get a fat transfer into my breasts to make them larger, more even, and a better shape, but I also want to remove excess fat on certain parts of my body at the same time. If only 5 liters of fat is allowed to be taken out at one time, does that include the fat that will be going back into my breasts or just the fat that is removed from my body all together?

Ryan Rebowe, MD · Answer

The five liters refers to the lipoaspirate, or the fluid that is removed from the fat harvest. This limit is only typically enforced if your procedure is being done as an outpatient. If your surgeon commits to watching you overnight, you can be safely monitored and resuscitated with appropriate fluid and Foley catheter management. However, many surgeon utilize the five liters of removal as an overall safety measure. Regardless, five liters of liposuction will give you plenty of fat to transfer for a nice effect on the breast and should contour almost any area effectively.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Gorgeous50878,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. Generally speaking, it is possible to get both procedures at the same time. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Tek Przylecki, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. If the surgical plan and guidelines are for removal of 5 liters of fat, that would be the total amount removed irrespective of whether the fat is re-injected or not. For example, re-injecting 500cc of fat would not mean that you can now take 500 cc more because some of that fat was “replaced.” I hope this helps answer your question.

Harry T. Haramis, MD, FACS · Answer

Fat transfer to breasts is a great option at the time of liposuction.

5 liters/ 5000cc is a rough guideline - for fluid shifts, recovery, patient safety, etc, to stay under (whether or not there is fat transfer).

Liposuction treats stubborn areas of fat and is not for weight loss so very large volumes above 5000cc are usually discouraged.

An exam and consultation with a plastic surgeon is recommended to further discuss your options and expectations.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

The limit is removal of 5 liters of fat, but this may need to be less in some people. This removal amount is not related to the fat transferred. Very few people get 5 liters of fat removed at one time.

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