Compensation for Liposuction

As with any type of surgery, liposuction can be dangerous if there is negligence on behalf of the surgeon, or if the patient has not been fully apprised of the dangers surrounding the surgery and the correct aftercare procedures that need to be taken.

If you have recently had liposuction which has left you with injuries as a result and you feel that your surgeon has been negligent towards you, then you could be eligible to make a compensation claim. 

What is Liposuction?

Liposuction is one of the oldest forms of cosmetic surgery, yet today it still remains as one of the most popular ones. It can be performed in almost any area of the body, but some of the most popular areas include the abdomen, thighs, hips and tricep areas. It involves the removal of unwanted fat cells by a surgical procedure which makes small incisions into the surface of the skin and slowly removes the fat from the body.

The skin is then stretched taught over the remaining fat to give the skin a more youthful appearance and remove any excess skin that may have been left over as a result. There are a number of ways that the liposuction technique can be performed and this includes through suction, ultrasound and with the use of water.

What can go wrong with Liposuction?

When it comes to liposuction there are a number of things that can potentially go wrong and these include:

• Reactions to the anaesthetic, either local or general
• Errors during surgery including damage to surrounding tissues
• Infections due to unhygienic procedures
• Problems after the operation due to poor aftercare
• The patient not being made aware of any potential problems associated with the procedure. 

What injuries could I receive as a result?

If your surgeon is negligent towards you during the liposuction procedure then you could be left with the following injuries:

• Damage to surrounding tissues
• Scarring
• Internal bleeding
• Stretch marks and other skin problems
• Infections.

How can I claim?

If you are looking to make a personal injury claim for a liposuction operation which has gone wrong then Legal Request can help you. Our team bring together years of experience to help you work through your personal injury case. If you are looking for an expert approach with a personal touch then give the team at Legal Request a call today on 0800 990 3500.