TY - CHAP M1 - Book, Section TI - Liposuction Using Tumescent Local Anesthesia A1 - Hanke, C. William A1 - Gustafson, Cheryl J. A1 - Stebbins, William G. A1 - Leonard, Aimee L. A2 - Kang, Sewon A2 - Amagai, Masayuki A2 - Bruckner, Anna L. A2 - Enk, Alexander H. A2 - Margolis, David J. A2 - McMichael, Amy J. A2 - Orringer, Jeffrey S. Y1 - 2019 N1 - T2 - Fitzpatrick's Dermatology, 9e AB - AT-A-GLANCELiposuction is one of the most commonly performed cosmetic procedures practiced by dermatologic surgeons.The tumescent technique of local anesthesia is one of the most important innovations in liposuction surgery.1Liposuction performed with tumescent local anesthesia allows for the removal of large volumes of fat safely and effectively.Liposuction is characterized by unparalleled safety, rapid patient recovery, and low postoperative morbidity.Importantly, liposuction is very safe to perform in the office setting, the preferred venue for the procedure when carried out by dermatologic surgeons. SN - PB - McGraw-Hill Education CY - New York, NY Y2 - 2024/03/28 UR - accessmedicine.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1161348030 ER -