Safety of tumescent and laser-assisted liposuction: review of the literature
Background: Tumescent liposuction (TL) allows the removal of large volumes of fat with minimal blood loss or postoperative morbidity, excellent cosmesis, and a remarkable safety profile. Objective: To review the literature on the safety of tumescent liposuction, liposuction under general anesthesia and laser-assisted liposuction. Results: Aggregate safety data on liposuction under tumescent anesthesia reveals over