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Tumescent Liposuction Benefits, Precautions, Pictures, and More

What Is Tumescent Liposuction?

A tumescent liposuction is a form of liposuction, a common cosmetic procedure that can remove excess contours and fat in the body. Unlike standard liposuction, it does not use general anesthesia. Instead, a surgeon often uses a combination of local anesthesia, saline, and adrenaline for removing fat. Tumescent liposuction tends to be safer and provides results in comparison with similar procedures. The most important benefit is that it would prevent large fluids in the body from being shifted, which would lead to low blood pressure. However, it is still a major procedure that poses certain risks. Keep reading to learn more about it before you make the final decision. [1]