SAFE circumferential liposuction with abdominoplasty

Clin Plast Surg. 2010 Jul;37(3):485-501. doi: 10.1016/j.cps.2010.04.001.

Abstract

The SAFELipo technique allows for safe, consistent liposuction that does not damage flap blood supply and is easily taught to, and reproducible by, other surgeons. The fat separation used in the SAFELipo technique is performed without suction, which prevents suction avulsion injury to blood vessels by the cannula. Blood vessels then remain intact while free, separated fat is aspirated with small diameter cannulas.

MeSH terms

  • Abdomen / surgery*
  • Abdominal Wall / anatomy & histology
  • Abdominal Wall / blood supply
  • Abdominal Wall / innervation
  • Abdominal Wall / surgery
  • Contraindications
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Lipectomy / methods*
  • Plastic Surgery Procedures / instrumentation
  • Plastic Surgery Procedures / methods*
  • Preoperative Care / methods
  • Treatment Outcome