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15878 Suction lipectomy upper extremity

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: arm lipo, upper arm liposuction

Suction-assisted lipectomy of the upper extremities including arms, forearms, and hands to reduce excess fatty tissue.

Clinical Context

Performed for cosmetic improvement of upper arm fullness or in post-bariatric patients with significant arm redundancy.

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Specialties

Plastic SurgeryBody Contouring

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