Liposuction in Istanbul, Turkey

Techniques: tumescent, VASER and power-assisted liposuction

In all modern liposuction the area is first filled with a tumescent solution that reduces bleeding and discomfort. The fat is then removed through incisions of a few millimetres with thin cannulas. The surgeon chooses the technique according to your tissues and the areas treated:

• Tumescent liposuction: the standard approach, suited to most areas
• VASER (ultrasound-assisted): loosens fat before removal, useful in fibrous areas such as the back or male chest and for more detailed contouring
• Power-assisted (PAL): a vibrating cannula that eases removal in larger volumes
• Lipo 360: the abdomen, flanks and lower back are treated together so the waist is shaped all the way round

How much can be removed, and combining procedures

There is a safe limit to the volume removed in one session; it depends on your weight, general health and the areas treated, and your surgeon sets it at the examination. Removing more than is safe in a single operation is not done. Liposuction is often combined with a tummy tuck, breast surgery or fat transfer to the buttocks (BBL); combining procedures lengthens the operation and recovery, so the plan is made around your safety first.

Travelling from the UK or Ireland for liposuction

There are direct flights to Istanbul from London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh and Dublin, among others, and the flight takes around four hours. For liposuction you should plan a stay of about 5 to 7 days: arrival and pre-operative tests, the operation with one night in hospital, and a check-up before you fly. Wear your compression garment on the flight, walk in the aisle and drink water. Before you travel, let your GP know about the planned operation; after you return, follow-up continues with photos and video calls, and your reports are given to you in English.