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Breakage of the tip of the cannula in the adipose tissue during liposuction

During liposuction, 3 cm of the distal segment of the cannula broke within the patient's adipose tissue. We used an image intensifier to easily and quickly address this complication without the development of any sequelae for the patient.

Lipectomy; Equipment failure


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