A lipoedema is a chronic disease with subcutaneous adipose tissue growth in the legs, resulting in pain, edema and a tendency towards hematoma. The water-jet-assisted liposuction (WAL) is becoming increasingly important for the surgical treatment of this condition.

Compared to the TL, the liposuction of the lipoedema ensures positive and lasting results when the surgical technique focuses on the protection of the lymphatics. The WAL offers the advantage that the adipocytes are removed selectively and with maximum protection of the vessels. The anesthesia solution is applied selectively in the area to be aspirated, which results in an optimal analgesia and vasoconstriction. Additionally, there are fewer swellings and the liposuction can be assessed more precisely intraoperatively. Very often can impressive results be achieved through the WAL in regards to a reduction of pain and edema tendency,  an improvement of the body contour and an increase in the quality of life.