Clinical effects and operative techniques of external ultrasound liposuction in lower extremities / 中华医学美学美容杂志

ABSTRACT

Objective To discuss the therapeutic effects and safety of external ultrasound liposuction to adipose tissue of lower extremities and to summarize the operative techniques. Methods According to the requests of 81 patients, external ultrasound liposuction were performed for them on thighs (n=60), and legs (n=21). It was that the volumes of anesthetic drugs and pure fat as well as the variations of body contour between preoperation and one to three months after operation in every area were recorded. Results Fat aspiration volume in thighs was 3673ml per person with the highest 6100ml. The scale of the circumference of thighs decrease (4.65?1.10)cm with the highest 12.5 cm. In legs, fat volume was 650ml per person with the highest 1200ml, scale decrease (3?1.02) cm with the highest 9cm. Patients had less blood loss, less pain and discomfort with even skin appearance and without severe complications. In the course of operation, knowing well the anatomical character of lower extremities, injecting the anesthetic drugs completely, using appropriate ultrasound time, and sucking in uniform layer were all crucial factors to guarantee the success of the operation. Conclusion External ultrasound liposuction is a safe, effective body contour remodeling operation in lower extremities. Skillful operator is a very important element to successful operation.