What's the difference between an iliac liposuction and a flank liposuction?

June 23, 2016
Asked By:Neener92 in Rochester, NY

I met with two doctors and one suggested iliac liposuction and the other mentioned flank liposuction in conjunction with my abdominoplasty. I thought we were discussing the same area of my body, which is the "spare tire" area at the top of my pants from my side back toward my spine. Is an iliac liposuction and flank liposuction the same thing?

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June 25, 2016

Answer: Liposuction and tummy tuck

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Richard G. Reish, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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June 25, 2016

Answer: Liposuction and tummy tuck

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Richard G. Reish, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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June 26, 2016

Answer: Liposuction

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June 26, 2016

Answer: Liposuction

January 24, 2017

Answer: Yes, the same

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January 24, 2017

Answer: Yes, the same

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June 25, 2016

Answer: Liposuction

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June 25, 2016

Answer: Liposuction

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