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Certain pre-existing conditions should be thoroughly checked and brought under control before any surgery, including liposuction:
- History of heart problems (heart attack)
- High blood pressure
- Diabetes
- Allergic reactions to medications
- Pulmonary problems (shortness of breath, air pockets in blood stream)
- Allergies (antibiotics, asthma, surgical prep)
- Smoking, alcohol, or drug use
There are also inherent risks associated with receiving liposuction and these include:
- Shock (usually from inadequate fluid replacement during the surgery)
- Fluid overload -- usually from the procedure
- Infections (strep, staph)
- Bleeding, blood clot
- Fat embolism (tiny globules of fat in the blood stream that block blood flow to tissue)
- Nerve, skin, tissue, or organ damage or burns from the heat or instruments associated with liposuction
- Asymmetry (uneven fat removal)
- Drug reactions or overdose from the lidocaine used in the procedure
- Scarring (skin surface may be irregular, asymmetric, or even "baggy," especially in the older patient)
Finally, make sure to review and sign any informed consent (legal) and permission for photographs.
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