What is the definition or description of: liposuction?

Suction removal fat: Liposuction us essentially the use of vacuum assisted fat extraction. This may be accomplished using a variety of techniques and instruments that also induce lipolysis (fat breakdown) or lipoplasty (aesthetic fat contouring) or lipectomy (fat resection).

Suction fat removal: A more descriptive term would be "suction-assisted lipectomy" (sal) which involves the removal of fat with the assistance or a suction device (and/or a laser, or ultrasound if needed). The most common areas to treat in this way are abdomen, flanks, thighs, neck, arms and chest.

Lipectomy: Liposuction is the removal of unwanted fat from targeted areas in the body.

Suction of fat: Liposuction is the removal of subcutaneous fat through suction cannulas. It permanently removes a portion of the fat between the skin and muscle. Modern liposuction involves the administration of dilute local anesthetic with adrenaline to limit blood loss. The surgery can be done with only local anesthetic called tumescent liposuction or can be done with other types of sedation and anesthesia.

Liposuction...: Liposuction surgery involves the use of hollow cannulas and suction devices used to remove adipose tissue; should not feel anything when the procedure is performed. Indicated for patients at their long-term stable weight, who present with diet and exercise resistant adipose tissue of localized areas with good quality overlying skin. Not substitute for diet and exercise or meant for weight loss.