Interested in lipo 360 & previously had sepsis - are there any precautions I should take?

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Hello, I am interested in getting liposuction 360. I suffered sepsis due to a uti with kidney stones a little over a year ago. I was 5 months postpartum and nursing at the time. Now im weary about getting the procedure due to risk of infection. Are there any contraindications in this situation? Are there any precautions I should take?

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

Lipo 360 is very safe and small incisions are made.  You should get clearance from an infectious disease doctor.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Gerald Minniti, MD, FACS · Answer

Because you had an infection with renal calculi doesn't mean you are prone to infections. Going to a body contouring expert who will perform your surgeon in an accredited surgery center will reduce the risk of serious infection to almost zero.

Lawrence Iteld, MD · Answer

I would consult with an experienced board-certified plastic surgeon to review your specific history, but as long as the infection did not involve the abdominal wall tissues (skin and fat), and was due to a UTI/ kidney stone, unless you have some other medical issues, 360 liposuction should be as safe for you as anyone else. Good luck

Daniel P. Markmann, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question.   Fortunately, there is no relation between having sepsis from a UTI--kidney stones and liposuction.  There are risks with every surgery, but your risk is no greater than anyone else's.

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