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Body Contouring and Liposuction E-Book

Body Contouring and Liposuction E-Book

J. Peter Rubin | Mark L. Jewell | Dirk Richter | Carlos Oscar Uebel

(2012)

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Abstract

Master the full spectrum of "body sculpting" procedures with Body Contouring and Liposuction by J Peter Rubin, MD, FACS, Mark L Jewell, MD, Dirk Richter, MD, PhD, and Carlos O Uebel, MD, PhD! From fat grafts and liposuction through total body lift following massive weight loss surgery, full-color photos and procedural videos show you exactly how to proceed, step by step, and achieve gratifying results.

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Table of Contents

Section Title Page Action Price
Front cover cover
Body Contouring and Liposuction i
Copyright page iv
Table of Contents v
Preface vii
Dedication vii
List of Contributors viii
Introduction 1
Further Reading 2
1 Patient evaluation and safety 4
1 Patient safety in body contouring 4
Key Points 4
Introduction 4
Preoperative Assessment and Patient Selection 4
Medical Assessment 4
Nutritional Assessment 6
Psychiatric and Behavioral 6
Intraoperative Management 7
Staging 9
Postoperative Management 9
Postoperative Antibiotics 9
DVT Prophylaxis 9
Antiplatelet and Beta-blockers 10
Glycemic Control 10
Postoperative Nausea and Emesis (PONV) 10
Respiratory Management 10
Patient Safety in Your Practice 10
Complications and Their Management 12
Conclusion 12
References 12
2 Upper extremity contouring 14
2 Liposuction of the upper extremities 14
Key Points 14
Introduction 14
Preoperative Preparation 14
Patient Selection 14
Surgical Technique 14
SAL 15
VAL (VASER) 15
Laser-Assisted Liposuction (LAL) and Laser Tissue Interaction 16
Surgical Technique for LAL on the Upper Arm 16
Forearm 17
Optimizing Outcomes 17
Postoperative Care 17
Complications and Their Management 18
Conclusion 18
References 18
3 Brachioplasty with bicipital groove scar 19
Key Points 19
Introduction 19
Preoperative Preparation 19
Surgical Technique 21
Optimizing Outcomes 22
Postoperative Care 23
Complications and Their Management 23
References 23
4 Brachioplasty – the double ellipse technique 24
Key Points 24
Introduction 24
Preoperative Preparation 24
Surgical Technique 25
Preoperative Markings: Double Ellipse Technique 25
Surgical Sequence 25
Postoperative Care 26
Optimizing Outcomes 27
Complications and Their Management 27
Conclusion 28
References 28
5 Brachioplasty with liposuction resection 29
Key Points 29
Introduction 29
Preoperative Preparation 29
Surgical Technique (Fig. 5.3) 30
Optimizing Outcomes 32
Postoperative Management 33
Complications and Their Management 33
Conclusion 34
References 34
6 Limited scar brachioplasty 35
Key Points 35
Introduction 35
Preoperative Preparation 35
Surgical Technique 35
Markings 35
The Procedure 36
Optimizing Outcomes 38
Postoperative Care 38
Complications 40
Conclusion 41
References 42
3 Breast 43
7 Fat grafting to the breast 43
Key Points 43
Introduction 43
History of Fat Grafting 43
Principle of Low Pressure Fat Harvesting 43
Autologous Fat Grafting to the Breast 45
Technique 45
Harvesting 45
Local Infiltration 45
Cannulae 45
Fat Cell Preparation 45
Fat Injection 45
Postoperative Care 46
Fat Grafting for Implant Failure 46
Fat Grafting in Conjuction with Mastopexy 46
Preoperative Preparation 46
Surgical Technique 47
Fat Grafting for Augmentation 47
Fat Grafting Over Existing Implants 49
Fat Grafting for Breast Reconstruction 49
Fat Grafting for Congenital Breast Deformities 49
Optimizing Outcomes 53
Conclusion 54
References 54
8 Ultrasound-assisted breast reduction 56
Key Points 56
Introduction 56
Preoperative Preparation 56
Patient Selection 56
Preoperative Mammography 56
Contraindications 56
Preoperative Planning 56
Surgical Technique 56
Infiltration 56
Skin Incisions 57
Probes 58
Technique 58
Fat Emulsification 59
Subcutaneous UAL Undermining 59
Optimizing Outcomes 59
Postoperative Care 60
Clinical Results 60
Mastopexy 60
Histologic Changes 60
Markings 61
Complications and Their Management 64
Skin Necrosis 65
Loss of Sensation 65
Hematoma 65
Mastitis 65
Seroma 65
Selectivity and Specificity of Ultrasound 65
Calcifications 66
Potential Risks 66
Conclusion 66
References 66
9 Combined abdominal contouring and mastopexy 68
Key Points 68
Introduction 68
Abdominoplasty 68
Preoperative Preparation 68
Anesthesia 70
Surgical Technique 70
Tumescent Infiltration and Assisted Liposuction 70
Supraumbilical Incision and Epigastric Tunnel Undermining 70
Pull-down Approach 72
Umbilical Stalk Circumcision and Inferior Flap Block Resection 72
Fat Trimming 72
Rectus Muscle Aponeorotic Plication 72
Exteriorization of the Umbilicus Stalk 72
Subcutaneous Adhesion Stitches and Closing Sutures 75
Mammaplasty 75
Breast Augmentation with Silicone Prostheses 75
Mastopexy with Pitanguy–Ariê approach and Superior Pedicle Flap 75
Breast Hypertrophy Reduction 75
Postoperative Remarks and Optimizing Outcomes 78
Complications and Their Management 79
Conclusion 79
References 86
10 Breast reshaping using autologous tissues after massive weight loss 87
Key Points 87
Introduction 87
Clinical Approach 87
Techniques Based on Locoregional Tissue 87
Techniques Based on Distant Tissue 88
Preoperative Preparation 88
Surgical Technique 88
LICAP Flap (Fig. 10.1) 88
DIEAP Flap (Fig. 10.2) 90
TMG Flap 93
Postoperative Care 94
Complications and Their Management 94
Conclusion 94
References 95
11 Combined abdominoplasty and breast enlargement by autologous tissue transfer or transabdominal implant placement 96
A. Augmentation Mammaplasty by Reverse Abdominoplasty 96
Introduction 96
Preoperative Planning/ Patient Selection 96
Surgical Technique 96
Superiorly Based Augmentation Mammaplasty by Reverse Abdominoplasty 97
Peri- and Postoperative Care 98
Case Examples 98
Complications and Their Management 98
Conclusion 98
B. Transabdominal Breast Augmentation 98
Introduction 101
Preoperative Planning/ Patient Selection 101
Marking and Anesthesia 101
Surgical Technique 102
Peri- and Postoperative Care 104
Complications and Their Management 104
Conclusion 104
References 104
12 Mammaplasty with L-shaped scar 105
Key Points 105
Introduction 105
Proportions and Anatomy of the Beautifully Shaped Breast 105
Shape and Volume 105
Frontal View 105
Lateral View 106
Vertical View 107
Diagnosis of Breast Shapes and Volume Alterations 109
Flaccidity (Ptosis) 109
Measurement 109
Nipple–Areola Esthetic Disorders 111
Surgical Technique 111
Cone Modeling of Group I 111
Breast Modeling of Group II – Hypertrophies 112
Gland Modeling of Group III – Hypertrophies 112
Gland Modeling of Group IV – Hypertrophies 113
Modeling Asymmetric Breasts 115
Mammaplasty with L-Shaped Scar 115
Marking 115
Ouvir 117
Ler Foneticamente 117
References 121
Further Reading 121
13 Breast reshaping after massive weight loss 122
Key Points 122
Introduction 122
Preoperative Preparation 123
Surgical Procedure 123
Spiral Flap of Hurwitz with Upper Body Lift 123
Dermal Suspension Mastopexy of Rubin with Auto-augmentation 126
Optimizing Outcomes 128
Postoperative Care 128
Complications 128
Conclusions 129
References 137
14 Breast reshaping after massive weight loss, implant based 139
Key Points 139
Introduction 139
Preoperative Preparation 140
Preoperative Planning – Primary Augmentation Mammaplasty 141
Incision 141
Pocket 141
Implant 142
Surgical Technique 142
Primary Augmentation Mammaplasty 142
Surgical Technique – Staged Augmentation Mammaplasty 145
Optimizing Outcomes 146
Postoperative Care 146
Complications and Their Management 147
Implant Malposition 147
Recurrent Ptosis 148
Conclusion 148
References 148
4 Upper trunk contouring 149
15 Liposuction of upper back/bra rolls 149
Key Points 149
Introduction 149
Anatomical Aspects 149
Surgical Treatment 149
Planning – Demarcation 149
Anesthesia 149
Positioning on the Operation Table 151
Surgical Technique 153
Postoperative Care and Results 153
Complications 154
Conclusion 154
Further Reading 158
16 Transverse upper body lift 159
Key Points 159
Introduction 159
Preoperative Preparation 159
Patient Evaluation 159
Preoperative Markings 160
Surgical Technique 161
Postoperative Care 162
Complications and Management 162
Conclusion 165
References 165
17 Upper body lift with lateral excision 166
Key Points 166
Introduction 166
Preoperative Preparation 166
Markings 168
Surgical Technique 168
Brachioplasty/Mammaplasty/Bra-line Backlift 168
Upper Lateral Thoracic Lift 170
Optimizing Outcomes 171
Postoperative Care 171
Complications and Their Management 171
Conclusion 176
References 176
Further reading 176
5 Abdominal contouring procedures 177
18 Aesthetic classification of the abdomen 177
Key Points 177
Introduction 177
Preoperative Preparation 178
Options 181.e1
Surgical Technique 181
Optimizing Outcomes 181
Postoperative Care 183.e1
Complications and Their Prevention, Diagnosis, and Management 183
Conclusion 184
Further Reading 185
19 Anatomy of the abdominal wall and aesthetic classification 186
Key Points 186
Introduction 186
Anatomy of the Anterior Abdominal Wall and its Surgical Implications on Abdominoplasty 186
Fine Contour and Anatomical Unities of the Abdomen 186
Subcutaneous Anatomy of the Anterior Abdominal Wall 186
Blood Supply of the Abdominal Wall 186
Sensitive Innervation of the Abdominal Wall 187
Lymphatic System 187
Myoaponeurotic Anatomy 187
The Umbilicus 188
Preoperative Preparation 188
Diagnosis of the Abdominal Wall Deformities and Surgical Technique 188
Esthetic Classification of Abdominal Wall Deformities 188
Classification Based on the Excess Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue 188
Type 0 188
Type I 188
Type II 188
Type III 191
Classification Based on the Myoaponeurotic Deformity 191
Type A 191
Type B 192
Type C 192
Type D 192
Optimizing Outcomes 192
Postoperative Care 193
Local Complications and Their Management 195
Conclusion 195
References 196
20 Lipomyosculpture 197
Key Points 197
Introduction 197
Preoperative Preparation 197
Morpho-Histology of Subcutaneous Adipose Tissue 197
Surgical Technique 199
Marking 199
Patient Position 199
Liposuction 200
Submental 200
Arm 200
Upper Abdomen 200
Lower Abdomen 200
Back 200
Flank, Sacral Promontory, and Lateral Thigh 200
Buttocks 201
Anterior Thigh 201
Medial Thigh 201
Knee 201
Postoperative Care 201
Complications 201
Conclusion 201
Further Reading 208
21 Classic abdominoplasty with adhesion tension sutures 209
Key Points 209
Introduction 209
Surgical Technique 209
Seven Comments 212
References 219
22 Lipoabdominoplasty with previous flap resection 220
Key Points 220
Introduction 220
Preoperative Preparation 220
Patient Selection 221
Surgical Technique 221
Postoperative Care 224
Complications and Their Management 224
Comments and Conclusion 224
References 226
23 Reverse abdominoplasty 227
Key Points 227
Introduction 227
Preoperative Preparation 227
Surgical Technique 228
Optimizing Outcomes 231
Postoperative Care 231
Complications and Their Management 231
Conclusion 231
References 234
24 Endoscopic plication techniques for the treatment of abdominal contour 235
Key Points 235
Introduction 235
Basic Science 235
Diagnosis/Patient Presentation 236
Patient Selection 236
Surgical Technique 236
Materials for Video-endoscopy 236
Video Imaging System 241
Methods for Creating and Maintaining the Optical Cavity 241
Dissectors 241
Video-Assisted Technique 241
Postoperative Care 242
Outcomes, Prognosis, and Complications 242
Secondary Procedures 242
References 243
Further Reading 244
25 High lateral tension abdominoplasty 245
Key Points 245
Introduction 245
Preoperative Preparation 245
Skin Excess 245
Skin Quality and Texture 247
Excess Fat within Flap 247
Excess Fat in Contiguous Areas 249
Rectus Diastasis/Hernia 250
Intraabdominal Fat 250
Anatomy 250.e1
Blood Supply 250.e1
Musculofascial Layer 250.e1
Surgical Technique 250
Postoperative Care 252
Optimizing Outcomes 252
Complications and Their Management 253
Conclusion 253
References 253
Further Reading 253
26 Fleur-de-lis abdominoplasty including mons contouring 254
Key Points 254
Introduction 254
Preoperative Preparation 254
Patient Evaluation 254
Preoperative Markings 255
Surgical Technique 256
Postoperative Care 258
Complications and Their Management 258
Conclusion 262
Further Reading 263
27 Panniculectomy in patients with super obesity 265
Key Points 265
Introduction 265
Preoperative Preparation 265
Surgical Technique 267
OPTIMIZING OUTCOMES 270
Postoperative Treatment 273
Complications and Their Treatment 274
Conclusion 275
References 276
Further Reading 276
28 Lipoabdominoplasty 278
A. Lipoabdominoplasty 278
Introduction 278
6 Thigh, buttock and lower extremity contouring 345
34 Transverse medial thigh lift 345
Key Points 345
Introduction 345
Preoperative Preparation 345
Anatomical Considerations 345
Fat Layers 345
Lymphatic Distribution 345
Skin Particularities 346
Surgical Technique 346
Marking of the Incisions (Fig. 34.2A, B) 346
Preparation and Positioning 346
Skin Release 346
Skin Resection 346
Optimizing Outcomes 348
Postoperative Care 348
Complications and Their Management 348
Lymphatic Drainage and Lymphocele 348
Skin Necrosis 349
Acute Anemia 349
Clinical Cases 349
Conclusion 349
References 352
35 Vertical medial thigh lift with liposuction 353
Key Points 353
Introduction 353
Preoperative Preparation 353
Surgical Technique 359
Optimizing Outcomes 360
Postoperative Care 362
Complications and Their Management 364
Conclusion 365
References 365
36 Short vertical scar medial thigh lift 366
Key Points 366
Introduction 366
Applied Anatomy 366
Preoperative Preparation 369
Surgical Technique 369
Skin Marking: Erect and Supine Positions 369
Optimizing Outcomes 371
POSTOPERATIVE Care 372
Complications and Their Management 372
Hematoma 372
Infection 372
Wound Dehiscence 373
Seroma/Lymphocele 373
Poor Scar 373
Conclusion 373
Acknowledgments 373
References 373
37 Autologous gluteal augmentation with mid-pedicle superior pole perforator flaps 374
Key Points 374
Introduction 374
Preoperative Preparation 374
Surgical Technique 375
Optimizing Outcomes 377
Avoiding Pitfalls in Preoperative Markings 377
Understanding the Geometric Shape of the Gluteal Region 377
Understanding the Relevance of the Upper Gluteal Pole Perforator Anatomy 377
Postoperative Care 377
Complications and Their Management 378
Assessment of Gluteal Projection and Possible Dermal-Fat Complications and Calcifications 380
Conclusion 383
References 384
38 Liposuction and circumferential lower truncal dermatolipectomy 385
Key Points 385
Introduction 385
Preoperative Preparation 385
Markings 386
General Considerations 387
Surgical Technique 387
Dorsal Preparation 387
Anterior Preparation 388
Standard Technique 388
Fleur-de-lis Technique 392
Optimizing Outcomes 392
Operation Time 396
Symmetry 396
Wound Healing Disorders 396
Scarring 396
Seroma 397
Buttock and Waist Formation 397
Infection 397
Blood Loss 398
Thrombosis 398
Postoperative Care 399
Complications and Their Management 400
Conclusion 401
References 402
Further Reading 402
39 Gluteal contouring and rejuvenation 403
Key Points 403
Introduction 403
Preoperative Preparation 403
Surgical Technique 405
Prosthetic Gluteal Augmentation – An Overview 405
Prosthetic Gluteal Augmentation – Submuscular Approach 406
Prosthetic Gluteal Augmentation – Intramuscular Approach 407
Prosthetic Gluteal Augmentation – Subfascial Approach 409
Prosthetic Gluteal Augmentation – Optimizing Outcomes 410
Liposculpture – An Overview 410
Liposculpture – Liposuction with Lipoinjection 411
Liposculpture – Optimizing Outcomes 411
Autologous Tissue Flaps – An Overview 411
Autologous Tissue Flaps – Lower Body Lift with Autologous Gluteal Augmentation 412
Autologous Tissue Flaps – Optimizing Outcomes 414
Postoperative Care 414
Prosthetic Gluteal Augmentation 414
Liposculpture 414
Autologous Tissue Flaps 414
Complications 415
Prosthetic Gluteal Augmentation 415
Liposculpture 415
Autologous Tissue Flaps 415
Conclusion 416
References 416
40 Buttock implants 418
A. Gluteal Implant Augmentation 418
Introduction 418
Evolution of Technique 418.e1
Subcutaneous Plane 418.e1
Submuscular Plane 418.e2
Intramuscular Plane 418.e3
Subfascial (Subaponeurotic) Plane 418.e3
Indications 418
Why Is the Subfascial Plane Recommended? 419
Implant Decision 420
Implant Characteristics 420
Incision 420
Preoperative Preparation 421
Markings 421
Proposed Classification for Gluteal Ptosis (Fig. 40.15C) 421
Liposculpting and Gluteal Implants 423
Anesthesia 423
Patient Positioning 423
Surgical Procedure 423
Surgical Technique 424
Optimizing Outcomes 425
Adjunctive Procedures 425
Fat Grafting 426
Postoperative Care 426
Recovery 426
Outcomes and Results 426
Complications and Their Management 426.e1
References 430
Further Reading 430
B. Intramuscular Buttocks Implants: The “XYZ” Method 431
The Problems of Superficial Planes: Subcutaneous and Subfascial 431
The Advantages of the Intramuscular Plane 431
Principles for Intramuscular Undermining 431.e1
The Muscle Bipartition 431.e1
The Sandwich Plane: The Ideal Intramuscular Plane 431.e1
Surgical Technique 431
Skin Marks: The Line A and the Heart Inverted Mark 431
Dissecting the Sandwich Plane Guided by the A Line and Three Points 432
GM Lateral Limits, Line G 433
The “X” And “Y” Points and Intraoperative Identification of the GM Muscle’s Thickness 433
Point X – the Medial Point 433
Point “Y” – the Lateral Point 433
The Muscular Bisection Maneuver 434
Creating A Triangular Plane 434
Adjusting the Pocket According to the Implant Size and Shape 434
Drainage 435.e1
Closing the Incisions 435.e1
Postoperative Care 435.e1
Complications 435.e1
Avoiding Complications 435.e1
Seroma 435.e1
Dehiscence 435.e2
Pain 435.e2
Visible Implants 435.e2
Implant Choice 435
References 437
C. Gluteal Implants 437
Introduction 437
Anatomy 437
Sciatic Nerve 438
Anatomic Reference Point Marking 438
Implants 438
Surgical Technique 439
Postoperative Care 440
Results 441
Discussion 444
Conclusion 446
References 446
41 Buttock contouring with liposuction and fat injection 447
Key Points 447
Introduction 447
Preoperative Preparation 447
Markings of Esthetic Units 447
Medications 450
Preparation in OR 450
Surgical Techniqu: Tumescent Mixture 450
Infiltration 450
Suctioning Details 450
Positioning 451
Supine Position 451
Lateral Decubitus Position 451
The Upper Buttock/Zone 3 452
Prone Position 453
Straining 454
Syringe Loading Depending on Fat Density 454
Loading 456
Fat Injections 456
Fat Transfer in Supine and Lateral Decubitus Positions 457
Prone Position Injections 457
Postoperative Care 457
Drains 457
Garments and Pressure Pads 457.e4
Recovery Room 458
Sitting/Sleeping 460
Postoperative Instructions 460
Further Reading 460
42 Liposuction of the lower extremities and leg reshaping with fat 461
Key Points 461
Introduction 461
Preoperative Preparation 461
Sedative Before Surgery 464
Surgical Technique 464
ALTERNATIVE TREATMENT 466
Optimizing Outcomes 467
Combined Techniques: Pros and Cons 468
Complications 468
Results 468
Conclusion 468
References 469
43 Calf and thigh implants 470
Key Points 470
Introduction 470
Background 470
Anatomy 470
Materials and Methods 470
Surgical Technique 471
Calf Implants 471
Thigh Implants 472
Discussion 474
Postoperative Care 474
Complications and Their Management 474
Conclusion 474
References 478
Further Reading 478
7 Liposuction and fat grafting 479
44 Lipoplasty – history and principles 479
Key Points 479
Introduction 479
Evolution of Lipoplasty 479
The Initial Techniques of Fat Removal 479.e1
Lipoplasty Begins and Gains Popularity in the US 480.e1
Wetting Solutions 480
Lipoplasty Wetting Solutions and Corresponding Lipocrit Values 480
Xylocaine Toxicity 481
Ultrasound Technology Emerges 481
External Ultrasound-Assisted Lipoplasty (EUAL) 482
Additional Lipoplasty Advances 482.e1
Power-Assisted Lipoplasty Emerges 482
Additional Technologies 482.e1
Fundamentals of Lipoplasty 482
Applied Surgical Anatomy of the Subcutaneous Fat 482
Physics and Equipment 483.e1
Vacuum Source, Tubing, and Cannulae 483.e1
Biohazards 483.e1
Patient Selection 483
Preoperative Markings 490
Surgical Intervention 490
Prepping and Patient Positioning 490
Infusion of Wetting Solutions 490
Pretunneling Extraction and Mesh Undermining 491
When Performing PAL 491
When Performing UAL 492
When Performing Superficial Lipoplasty 492
Large Volume Removals 493
Secondary Lipoplasty 493
Postoperative Management 494.e1
Conclusion 494
References 494
45 Tumescent local anesthesia for liposuction 497
Key Points 497
Introduction 497
Historical Background 497
Preoperative Preparation 498
Surgical Technique 500
Optimizing Outcomes 500
Postoperative Care 501
Complications and Contraindications 502
References 502
Further Reading 502
46 Treatment of liposuction complications 503
Key Points 503
Introduction 503
Complications and Their Management 503
Life-threatening or Systemic Complications 503
Fat Embolism Syndrome (FES) 503
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) and Pulmonary Embolism (PE) 503
Extended Infection 504
Hypovolemia/Anemia 504
Lidocaine Toxicity 504
Esthetic Complications 505
Contour Irregularities (Figs 46.3–46.7) 505
Inner Thighs 508
Anterior Face of the Thigh 508
Buttocks 508
Skin Necrosis 508
Seromas 509
Hyperpigmentation (Fig. 46.17) 510
Asymmetry (Fig. 46.18) 510
Scar (Fig. 46.19) 511
Chronic Induration (Fig. 46.20) 511
Conclusion 512
References 512
47 Fat grafting in body contouring surgery 513
Key Points 513
Introduction 513
Preoperative Preparation 513
Surgical Technique 513
Example: Correction of Buttocks Crease Deformity 514
Optimizing Outcomes 514
Postoperative Care 514
Complications and Their Management 516
Infection 516
Damage to Underlying Structures 516
Embolization after Intravascular Injection 516
Esthetic Complications 516
Swelling 518
Conclusion 518
References 520
48 Minimal scar breast augmentation using autologous fat grafting 521
Key Points 521
Introduction 521
Preoperative Preparation 521
Surgical Technique 523
Breast Augmentation 523
Breast Implant Replacement 523
Preparation Procedures of Graft Materials 523
Conventional Lipoinjection 523
Cell-Assisted Lipotransfer (CAL) 525
Full-CAL 525
Mini-CAL 526
SVF Isolation Procedure 526
Optimizing Outcomes 527
Understanding of Cellular Events in Fat Grafting 527
Optimization of Individual Procedural Technique 531
Key Factors of Graft Materials 531
Pre- and Postoperative Care 532
Complications and Their Management 532
Conclusion 532
References 532
49 Principles of new invasive modalities 534
Key Points 534
A. Laser-Assisted Liposuction 534
Introduction 534
Preoperative Preparation 534
Surgical Technique 535
Postoperative Care 535
Complications and Their Management 536
Conclusion 537
B. Cryolipolysis 537
Introduction 537
Preprocedure Preparation 538
Technique 539
Optimizing Outcomes 539
Postprocedure Care 539
Complications and Their Management 540
Conclusion 540
C. External Ultrasonic Devices 540
Introduction 540
Preprocedure Preparation 540
Technique 540
Optimizing Outcomes 541
Postprocedure Care 541
Complications and Their Management 541
Conclusion 541
References 542
Further Reading 542
50 Ultrasonic liposuction 543
Key Points 543
Introduction 543
Historical Perspective 543
Basic Physics of Ultrasonic Liposuction 544
Preoperative Preparation 546
Surgical Technique 548
General Guidelines 548
UAL Posterior Trunk 549
UAL Abdomen 550
UAL Extremities and Buttocks 550
UAL Treatment of Gynecomastia 550
UAL Face and Neck 551
UAL Treatment of HIV-Associated Cervicodorsal Lipodystrophy 551
Optimizing Outcomes 553
Postoperative Care 553
UAL Complications and Their Management 555
Conclusion 556
References 557
8 Body contouring with HIFU or injectables 559
51 High intensity focused ultrasound and non-invasive body contouring 559
Key Points 559
Introduction 559
Ultrasonic Energy 559
Tissue Thermodynamics 560
Tissue Effect and Biology of Thermal HIFU 561
Thermal HIFU as A Noninvasive Body Contouring Device 561
Clinical Research Results 562
The Liposonix Process 564
Staff Training and Qualifications to Operate HIFU-Emitting Devices 568
Patient Selection 568
Patient Comfort 569
Aftercare 569
Adverse Events 569
The Business of Noninvasive Body Contouring 570
Marketing of Noninvasive HIFU Body Contouring 570
The Future 570
CONCLUSION 570
References 571
52 Mesotherapy for body contouring and cellulite 572
Key Points 572
Introduction 572
Selection of Patients for Mesotherapy 572
Formulations 573
PrepAration for Mesotherapy 575
Injections 575
Side Effects and Treatment 575
Conclusion 579
References 579
9 Special considerations for the massive weight loss patient 580
53 Describing the deformities 580
Key Points 580
Introduction 580
Anatomic Considerations 580
Mid-body Excision 580
Surgery of the Breast 580
Brachioplasty or Recontouring of the Arm and Axilla 581
Surgery of the Back 581
Surgery of the Thighs 581
Surgery of the Face and Neck 581
Surgical Considerations 582
Mid-body Excision 582
Breast Reconstruction after Weight Loss 582
Brachioplasty 582
Surgery of the Back 583
Thigh Surgery 583
Face and Neck 583
Chronology 583
Conclusion 583
References 584
54 Psychological and nutritional evaluation 585
Key Points 585
Introduction 585
Nutritional Considerations for the Post-Bariatric Patient 585
Bariatric Surgery History 585
Weight Loss History 586
Protein 586
Iron 587
Vitamin B12 and Vitamin B9 (Folate) 587
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) 587
Calcium and Vitamin D 587
Other Nutritional Deficiencies 587
Perioperative Considerations 588
Psychological Considerations for the Bariatric Patient 589
Discussion 589
References 590
55 Staging and combining procedures 593
Key Points 593
Introduction 593
Understanding Body Image and Weight Loss 593
Preoperative Evaluation of the Massive Weight Loss Patient 593
Screening for Medical Problems 593
Physical Examination 594
Patient Selection 594
Weight Stability 594
Favorable BMI 594
Nutritional Status 594
Medical and Psychosocial Stability 594
Goals and Expectations 595
Overview of Staging Strategies 595
Patient Safety 595
Surgeon Experience and Setting 595
Patient Preference 595
Considerations for Combining Procedures 596
Abdominoplasty/Mastopexy 596
Lower Body Lift/ Vertical Medial Thigh Lift 600
Upper Body Lift/Brachioplasty 600
Upper Body Lift/Lower Body Lift 600
Abdominal Wall Reconstruction/Abdominoplasty 602
Conclusion 603
References 603
Index 604
A 604
B 605
C 606
D 607
E 607
F 608
G 608
H 608
I 609
J 609
K 609
L 609
M 610
N 611
O 611
P 611
Q 612
R 612
S 612
T 613
U 613
V 614
W 614
X 614
Y 614
Z 614