Liposuction

Liposuction is a surgical procedure that uses a suction technique to remove fat from specific areas of the body, such as the abdomen, hips, thighs, buttocks, arms or neck. Liposuction also shapes (contours) these areas. Other names for Liposuction include lipoplasty and Body Contouring.

What is liposuction?

Liposuction is mainly used to improve appearance, rather than providing any physical health benefits. Most people would probably achieve the same or better results by adopting a healthful lifestyle, with a balanced diet, regular exercise, and a healthy sleep schedule.

Liposuction is normally advised only if lifestyle changes have not achieved the desired results. It can treat areas of fat that are resistant to exercise and diet.

When an individual gains weight, each fat cell increases in size and volume. Liposuction reduces the number of fat cells in isolated areas.

People should discuss the pros and cons of liposuction with their doctor before deciding on whether to proceed. Liposuction should only be carried out after careful consideration.

Results are subtle rather than dramatic.

The following body areas are commonly targeted for liposuction treatment.

What does it involve?

Liposuction is usually carried out under general anaesthetic, although an epidural anaesthetic may be used for liposuction on lower parts of the body.
The surgeon would mark on your body the area where fat is to be removed. They would then:

• inject this area with a solution containing anaesthetic and medicine, to reduce blood loss, bruising and swelling
• break up the fat cells using high-frequency vibrations, a weak laser pulse or a high-pressure water jet
• make a small incision (cut) and insert a suction tube attached to a vacuum machine (several cuts may need to be made if the area is large)
• move the suction tube back and forth to loosen the fat and suck it out
• drain any excess fluid and blood
• stitch up and bandage the treated area

This usually takes 1 to 3 hours. Most people need to stay in hospital overnight.

The Operation

Before the operation, patients will need to undergo some health tests to ensure they are fit for surgery.

The following recommendations may be made.

• People who use regular aspirin and anti-inflammatory drugs should stop taking them at least 2 weeks before surgery.
• Women may be asked to stop taking the contraceptive pill.
• Patients with anemia may be asked to take iron supplements.

 

The individual will need to sign a consent form. This confirms that they are fully aware of the risks, benefits, and possible alternatives to the procedure.

During The Operation

Patients may receive a general anesthetic before the procedure, which can last for 1 to 3 hours.
An epidural may be used for treatments on the lower body. In this case, the anesthetic is injected into the epidural space surrounding the dura, or fluid-filled sac, around the spine. This partially numbs the abdomen and legs.

A local anesthetic might be used when Liposuction is done on very small areas.
If the patient requires only local anesthesia, they might be asked to stand up during the procedure to ensure proper fat removal.
There are a number of liposuction techniques.

Tumescent liposuction: Several liters of a saline solution with a local anesthetic (lidocaine) and a vessel-constrictor (epinephrine) are pumped below the skin in the area that is to be suctioned. The fat is suctioned, or sucked out, through small suction tubes. This is the most popular form of liposuction.

Dry liposuction: No fluid is injected before the fat is removed. This method is seldom used today. There is a higher risk of bruising and bleeding.

Ultrasound-assisted liposuction (UAL): Also known as ultrasonic liposuction, the cannula is energized with ultrasound. This makes the fat melt away on contact. The ultrasound vibrations burst the walls of the fat cells. This emulsifies, or liquified, the fat, making it easier to suction out. This method is suitable for fibrous areas, such as the male breast, back, and in areas where liposuction has been done before.

After ultrasonic liposuction, suction-assisted liposuction is done to remove the liquefied fat.

Power-assisted liposuction (PAS): Also known as powered liposuction, PAS uses a specialized cannula with a mechanized system that rapidly moves back-and-forth, allowing the surgeon to pull out fat more easily.

Laser Assisted Lipolysis (LAL): Also known as laser-guided lipo, this procedure requires the use of tumescent fluid. It is a less invasive and bloody procedure than the traditional liposuction method for removing fat.A small tube is inserted through a small incision to deliver laser energy and heat into the fat that is under the skin.

After the operation, the surgeon may leave the incisions open so that excess fluid and blood can drain from the body.

Liposuction works best for people with good skin tone and elasticity, where the skin molds itself into new contours.
People whose skin lacks elasticity may end up with loose-looking skin in areas where the procedure was done.

The person needs to be over 18 years of age and in good health. Those with circulation or blood flow problems, such as coronary artery disease, diabetes, or a weakened immune systems should not undergo Liposuction.

Benefits

Liposuction is normally done for cosmetic purposes, but it is sometimes used to treat certain conditions.
These include:

• Lymphedema: A chronic, or long-term, condition in which excess fluid known as lymph collects in tissues, causing edema, or swelling. The edema commonly occurs in the arms or legs. Liposuction is sometimes used to reduce swelling, discomfort, and pain.
• Gynecomastia: Sometimes fat accumulates under a man’s breasts.
• Lipodystrophy syndrome: Fat accumulates in one part of the body and is lost in another. Liposuction can improve the patient’s appearance by providing a more natural looking body fat distribution.
• Extreme weight loss after obesity: A person with morbid obesity who loses at least 40 percent of their BMI may need treatment to remove excess skin and other abnormalities.
• Lipomas: These are benign, fatty tumors.

Recovery

If you had a general anaesthetic, someone would need to drive you home and stay with you for the first 24 hours.
How long it will be before you are able to return to work will depend on a number of factors, such as the type of job that you do and how much of your body was treated.
The same will apply to how long it will be before you are able to drive. You should discuss this with your surgeon.
The bandage or corset can be taken off while you shower.
You will need to avoid strenuous activity for up to 4 to 6 weeks (but walking and general movement should be fine).
The results of the procedure are not always noticeable until the swelling has gone down. It can take up to 6 months for the area to settle completely.

After about a week: Stitches would be removed (unless you had dissolvable stitches).

At 4 to 6 weeks: You should be able to resume any contact sports or strenuous activities you'd normally do.

How much does Liposuction cost in Turkey?

Costs vary according to the reason for the surgery and its complexity. Factors influencing cost include: Your total cost, therefore, may include the likes of the surgeon’s fee, prescriptions for medication, post-surgery garments, medical tests, surgical facility costs, and anesthesia fees. Prices for Liposuction will differ from patient-to-patient and surgeon-to-surgeon, depending on numerous factors. This includes the geographic location of the office, the type of procedure used, and the experience of the surgeon. The surgeon’s level of experience and your comfort with him are just as critical as the final cost of the liposuction surgery.

The cost of the medical trip includes:

 1- Transport service: A car and a driver will be with you throughout the medical trip, all transfers between the airport, hotel, hospital.

 2- The translation service: includes a translator who will accompany you to translate into the French language (English, Russian, Arabic, Spanish).

 3- It includes all the analyses, examinations and blood tests before the operation to ensure your state of health and your preparation for the operation.

 4- Includes the cost of the process itself.

 5- Nights at the hospital - Hospitalization.

 6- It includes all the necessary medications and treatments for the recovery period after the operation.

 7- It includes the medical supplies needed after the operation. Including corset (if patient has undergone liposuction and BBL) The silicone device for the nose (if the patient has undergone rhinoplasty).

 8- It includes all visits and checks with the doctor after the operation to monitor the state of your health.

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