Lipectomy
| Definition: |
Removal of localized subcutaneous fat deposits by suction curettage or blunt cannulization in the cosmetic correction of obesity and other esthetic contour defects. |
| Notes: |
do not use /util except by MeSH definition |
| Also Called: |
Lipoplasty,Aspiration Lipectomy |
| Previously Indexed: |
Adipose Tissue/surgery (1967-1988),Suction (1982-1988),Surgery, Plastic (1967-1988) |
Lipectomy Definitions and Terms
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