Can CoolSculpting applied directly over the kidney area cause damage to the kidney?

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Janet Allenby, DO · Answer

Hello, Thank you for your question. CoolSculpting is very safe and will not affect internal organs. Please consult with your physician if you are still concerned.Good Luck!

Douglas Wu, MD · Answer

The cryolipolysis process that CoolSculpting initiates only affects fat cells. Fat cells “freeze” at a higher temperature than your skin or other organs — such as your kidneys — do. The only side effects are generally some reddened skin and swelling, which resolves within days to weeks. Consulting with a board-certified dermatologist will answer your questions more thoroughly and determine if you’re a good candidate for CoolSculpting.

W. Tomasz Majewski, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello, thank you for your question. CoolSculpting will not cause damage to your internal organs.
The technology was actually developed after scientists studied several cases that showed that our fat cells are hypersensitive to cold, much more so than our skin, nerves, muscle, or organs. 
If you have any questions about this, discuss your medical history with your local plastic surgeon to ensure that you are a candidate for the treatment. Provided that you are healthy and a candidate for the treatment, you should not experience any issues.

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

In a person with normal anatomy, a CoolSculpting procedure done over the area of the kidney should not affect the kidney.  The CoolSculpting applicator draws in skin and fat only, so deeper structures would not be affected.

John M. Hilinski, MD · Answer

There is no scientific evidence to suggest that Coolsculpting over the flank region will cause any damage to the kidney.

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