Is it possible to tear a ligament or muscle when smart lipo is done on a hip?

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Beyond the excessive bruising on my right side (as if I was hit by a truck), there is a round, elongated bulge just above my waist that is extremely painful and is not related to the hard lump of coalesced blood or scarring right on my hip.  My doc keeps avoiding the question and I'm thinking I need an MRI to find out what the answer is.....

Bruce E. Katz, MD · Answer

The Smartlipo procedure should not bring you the
pain of a muscle tear. Although, you may have done something post procedure and
injured yourself. Follow up with your surgeon and be sure you are healing
properly.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

The most common reason for a bulge after liposuction is a seroma, a collection of fluid. This usually develops in the first few weeks after surgery. It is best treated by removing the fluid inside with a needle. Since the liposuction canulas are blunt, they are less likely to tear important structures like muscle. However, injuries may occur if a lot of force was used. A MRI could define what the bulge is.  It could also be a collection of blood, a hematoma, which should slowly resolve over time. If need be, you might want to get another opionion, but I would suggest asking your surgeon first. Good luck to you.

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