SHORT ANSWER
Liposuction removes localised pockets of fat using a thin tube, called a cannula, to improve body contour. It is not a treatment for obesity or a way to lose weight. Results depend on skin quality and the area treated, and a compression garment is normally worn afterwards.
How is liposuction done?
Small incisions are made, fluid may be injected to ease fat removal, and fat is suctioned out through a cannula. Liposuction can be done under local or general anaesthetic depending on the amount of fat and the areas treated.
What can it treat?
Common areas include the abdomen, flanks, thighs, upper arms and chin. Skin that is loose may not tighten fully, so some people need a different or additional procedure.
What is recovery like?
Bruising, swelling and soreness are expected, and swelling can take weeks to months to settle. A compression garment is worn as advised and people usually return to light activity within days, but strenuous exercise waits longer.
Riskler nelerdir?
Risks include contour irregularities, numbness, fluid collections, infection and, rarely, more serious complications. Surgeons limit how much fat is removed in one session for safety.
Liposuction in Turkey and Istanbul
Some people travel to Turkey, including Istanbul, for liposuction, sometimes combined with other procedures. Combining procedures lengthens the operation and recovery, which is worth discussing before you travel.
Questions worth asking before having liposuction in Istanbul or elsewhere in Turkey:
- How much fat is planned to be removed, and is that within safe limits for me?
- Is liposuction being combined with other procedures?
- How many days should I stay in Istanbul before flying home?
- How will my follow-up and garment fitting be handled?
When to consult a doctor
Contact your surgeon or seek medical advice promptly if you develop fever, increasing pain, calf pain, breathlessness, or skin that turns dark or blistered.