Liposuction Injuries
Liposuction Injury Attorney Jacksonville FL
Liposuction is one of the most popular forms of cosmetic surgery being performed today for multiple reasons. First, it is a minimally invasive procedure that has received FDA-approval and used primarily as a body contouring method to sculpt the torso, enhancing one’s look and self-esteem. Secondly, as we age and our metabolism slows, it becomes harder to eliminate stubborn fat that deposits itself in many areas of the human body. Diet and exercise alone, don’t always eliminate stored fat under the arms, buttocks, waist, hips/love handles, abdomen/belly and thighs.
Liposuction may be an alternative for people who dislike going to the gym, or for those struggling to lose unwanted fat. Liposuction is a medical alternative to remove fat deposits that persist despite diet and exercise, when performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon. Liposuction surgeries generally have a quick recovery timeframe and could produce long-lasting results.
Medical Scenarios Where Liposuction May Be Employed
Body Contouring
Liposuction is commonly used to reshape and contour areas such as the abdomen, thighs, hips, buttocks, arms, and neck. It can create a more proportionate and aesthetically pleasing body shape.
Treatment of Lipomas
Lipomas are benign fatty tumors that can sometimes be removed using liposuction techniques, especially when they are large or in areas where traditional surgery might be more invasive.
Gynecomastia
Liposuction can be used to treat gynecomastia, a condition where males develop excess breast tissue. It helps reduce the size of the breasts and create a more masculine chest contour.
Axillary Hyperhidrosis
In some cases, liposuction may be used to treat excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) in the armpits by removing sweat glands.
Lymphedema
In certain cases of lymphedema, a condition where there is swelling due to the accumulation of lymphatic fluid, liposuction may be used as part of complex decongestive therapy to reduce swelling and improve symptoms.
Facial Liposuction
Liposuction techniques can be adapted for use on the face to remove excess fat deposits and define facial contours, such as in the neck or under the chin (submental liposuction).
Revision Liposuction
Sometimes, liposuction is performed to correct irregularities or asymmetries resulting from a previous liposuction procedure.
Cosmetic Injuries
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Injured By a Plastic or Cosmetic Surgeon?
If you or a loved one have been injured due to a botched cosmetic surgery procedure, contact Chris Shakib today for a free consultation. We have recovered millions for patients who have been severely injured due to negligent plastic surgeons.
Complications & Risks
It is important to note that while liposuction is generally effective for fat removal, prospective patients should discuss this procedure choice with their respective medical provider, as not all prospective patients are candidates for liposuction. Major medical conditions such as obesity, people with respiratory issues, or those with compromised immune systems, may prevent a successful outcome.
This treatment should not be a substitute for healthy lifestyle choices such as diet and exercise. Liposuction should only be performed by qualified cosmetic plastic surgeons after a thorough evaluation of the patient's medical history and aesthetic goals and expectations.
These types of complications can arise due to multiple factors, including but not limited to, the surgical experience of the cosmetic surgeon, and the required surgical technique chosen by the cosmetic surgeon and the surgical facility in which he or she practices.
A qualified plastic surgeon will explain the risks associated with liposuction and make sure the patient understands that the following complications can result from a botched liposuction procedure:
- Anesthesia risks
- Excessive bruising
- Cannula breakage
- Change in skin sensation that may persist
- Damage to deeper structures such as nerves, blood vessels, muscles, lungs and abdominal organs
- Deep vein thrombosis, cardiac and pulmonary complications
- Fluid accumulation
- Infection
- Lidocaine toxicity
- Excessive bleeding
- Irregular contours or asymmetries
- Irregular pigmentation
- Need for revision surgery
- Poor wound healing
- Rippling or loose skin, worsening of cellulite
- Swelling
- Thermal burn or heat injury from ultrasound with the ultrasound-assisted liposuction technique
Why You Should Hire Chris to Represent your Legal Interests
For over 32 years, Chris has dedicated his legal practice to assisting injured victims in receiving financial compensation for injuries sustained by the negligence of others. Medical practitioners have a responsibility to their patients and the public at large to provide quality care over increased profits. There are no safe shortcuts when it comes to providing effective quality medical care, especially during elective cosmetic surgical procedures. Improperly performed cosmetic surgeries are one of the most egregious, and life-altering exposures one can undergo, especially from a trusted source like a doctor.
Chris has helped hundreds of clients damaged by poorly performed cosmetic surgical procedures. Although case outcomes are not guaranteed, Chris has been successful in recovering millions of dollars in compensation for injured clients.
Elective cosmetic procedures are not cheap and are not covered by health insurance. Imagine investing your hard-earned money into a medical procedure you finally dare to undergo to enhance your appearance or correct a medical condition, only to endure physical complications and mental anguish because of an inexperienced, unskilled, and unqualified cosmetic surgeon.
These reasons are why Chris fights for his clients and has received many successful outcomes. Each case is reviewed on an individual basis, and case outcomes are not guaranteed.