Could skin retraction & overall results be compromised if the area did not receive compression for the 1st 3 days?

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So, post my liposuction I wore my full body compression garment straight away but I noticed some bruising in the upper back area and under armpit area that might have recieved some liposuction. However the body suit did not extend all the way to upper back and under armpit area. I did purchase an open chest upper back and arm compression garment but it arrived 3days later, which means this area did not receive compression for first 3days. Would this compromise skin retraction and overall result?

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Compression is helpful to control swelling and provide support to tissues as they heal.  It is unlikely that not having the compression garment for a particular area for three days would have a significant impact on results.  You can also consider lymphatic massage to help with swelling and improve contours.  Be sure to discuss your concerns with your surgeon.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

If you continue to wear the garment as instructed, that area should settle down nicely. However, please discuss any concerns you have with your surgeon.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

There is no evidence that compression garments have any effect a liposuction outcomes.
I don’t think compression garments are all that important and I definitely don’t think they have any impact on final outcomes.
There are only two variables that determine Liposuction. The first is the patient candidacy for the best teacher in the first place and the second is the skill and experience of the provider. If liposuction results don’t turn out well it was either because the patient wasn’t a good candidate, the provider didn’t have the skill and experience or a combination of both.
Compression and postoperative care instructions don’t affect the outcome.
Not wearing compression for three days will have no impact on your final results.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom, MD

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