The operative treatment of the lipedema

Because of the fear of destroying the lymphatic system with a subsequent worsening of the clinical picture, surgical interventions were previously discouraged. Based on the experience of the last 10 years, this attitude has to be revised. With a correct diagnosis and treatment by an experienced surgeon with gentle water-jet-assisted liposuction, surgical therapy of the clinical picture is possible - this operation represents the only possibility of successful therapy. When removing the diseased fat cells with the help of water-jet liposuction in one In the early stages, measures such as lymphatic drainage or wearing compression stockings can be completely dispensed with. In any case, an increase in the quality of life, a reduction in the compression class of the stockings and the avoidance of manual lymphatic drainage can be expected. Since a lifelong increase in fatty tissue is to be expected in lipoedema, an operation should be attempted at an early stage, as soon as the first typical symptoms appear.

Case example before and after waterjet assisted liposuction

Lipedema - Dr. med. Daniel Münch
Before operation
Lipedema - Dr. med. Daniel Münch
2 month after liposuction
Lipedema - Dr. med. Daniel Münch
3.8 Liter aspirated fat
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

32-year-old patient, 157cm/77kg, lipoedema with a tendency to swelling, pain, increased sensitivity to pressure and a feeling of tension in the legs, which has been known for years. Therapy with compression stockings and repeated lymphatic drainage. Already 2 months after outpatient water jet liposuction, significantly fewer complaints and clearly visible contour improvement.

Local anesthesia

No general anesthesia. Outpatient and local anesthesia means protection against thrombosis and resistant hospital germs.

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