Laboratory Studies
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A CBC is especially important when performing large volume liposuctions, in which a large blood volume may be lost.
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Some providers recommend clotting studies, electrolytes, urinalysis, and radiographs.
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If smoking is suspected, a urine COTININE test can be obtained.
Imaging Studies
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Obtain a chest radiograph as indicated by patient age and medical history.
Other Tests
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During the history and physical examination, pay specific attention to the possibility of hernias, scars, and masses.
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Perform relevant preoperative studies (eg, ECG) as indicated by patient age and medical history.
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Obtain a set of standard photographs. These serve as an intraoperative surgical guide and enable comparison of preoperative and postoperative results.
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Liposuction, trunk. Posterior view of patient before tumescent suctioning. Note the excess fat on the hips, inner thighs, and outer thighs.
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Liposuction, trunk. Frontal view of patient before tumescent suctioning. Note the excess fat on the hips, inner thighs, and outer thighs.
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Liposuction, trunk. Posterior view 3 months after 3 L of tumescent liposuction without ultrasound assistance. A reduction in the total fat on the hips and thighs is readily seen. A smooth "hourglass" contour has been obtained.
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Liposuction, trunk. Frontal view 3 months after 3 L of tumescent liposuction without ultrasound assistance. A reduction in the total fat on the hips and thighs is readily seen. A smooth "hourglass" contour has been obtained.
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Preoperative rear view of a 38-year-old woman with history of 1 prior pregnancy.
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Preoperative front view of 38-year-old woman with history of 1 prior pregnancy.
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Postoperative rear view of patient in media files 5-6, 1 year after UAL and SAL of the abdomen, hips, flanks, and circumferential thighs.
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Postoperative front view of patient in media files 5-6, 1 year after UAL and SAL of the abdomen, hips, flanks, and circumferential thighs.
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Preoperative front view of 42-year-old woman with a history of weight fluctuations.
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Preoperative rear view of 42-year-old woman with a history of weight fluctuations.
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Postoperative front view of same patient in media files 9-10, 1 year following UAL and SAL of the abdomen, hips, flanks, and circumferential thighs.
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Postoperative rear view of same patient in media files 9-10, 1 year following UAL and SAL of the abdomen, hips, flanks, and circumferential thighs.
