Discover the critical insights on the safety of liposuction through our latest systematic review and meta-analysis, exploring the risks and complication rates associated with this popular cosmetic procedure.
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Risks and Complications Rate in Liposuction: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
Comerci et al., Aesthet Surg J 2024
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https://doi.org/10.1093/asj/sjae074
This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the risks associated with liposuction, a popular cosmetic procedure for removing localized excess adipose tissue. Through a systematic review and meta-analysis following PRISMA guidelines, the research examined 39 studies involving 29,368 patients. The findings reveal an overall complication rate of 2.62%, with contour deformity being the most common complication at a prevalence of 2.35%. Other noted complications include hyperpigmentation (1.49%), seroma (0.65%), hematoma (0.27%), superficial burn (0.25%), allergic reaction (0.16%), skin necrosis (0.046%), generalized edema (0.041%), infection (0.020%), venous thromboembolism (0.017%), and local anesthesia toxicity (0.016%). This study underscores liposuction’s safety, with a low overall complication rate, and highlights the importance of awareness regarding specific risks to improve surgical outcomes and the patient-physician relationship.