Can a doctor accidentally stab you in your back (spine) or stomach while doing lipo? Does this cannula scrape the insides?

August 10, 2014
Asked By:whatmistresswants in Miami, FL

I have been freaking myself out lately watching BBL videos in Youtube. I was looking at the canula sometimes pointing downward during liposuction. Is it possible to stab someone in the stomach or spine or organs while doing lipo? Does this canula scrape the insides or am I being overly paranoid? Also, when injecting fat into the buttocks I notice the drill into the muscle. Will this cause muscle damage? I have the money just worried about being hurt during the procedure.

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August 16, 2014

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August 15, 2014

Answer: Liposuction should never injure the spine.

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Answer: Liposuction should never injure the spine.

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