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Phlebology March 2021 PMID 32847472

Improvements in patients with lipedema 4, 8 and 12 years after liposuction.

Axel Baumgartner, Michael Hueppe, Ilka Meier-Vollrath, Wilfried Schmeller

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Peak: 5 in Sep 2020
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Overall, the group discusses the long-term benefits of liposuction in lipedema patients, highlighting persistent improvements even after 12 years, with some noting that certain symptoms stabilize after a certain point. The tone varies from supportive to calls for action, especially regarding the lack of trained surgeons and accessibility, emphasizing the potential for the research to impact future treatment approaches.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions agree that the study shows long-term benefits of liposuction for lipedema, with some noting that improvements plateau after 8 years.

InterestHigh interest

The discussions demonstrate strong interest, especially in the long-term outcomes and the need for greater access and training, indicating a keen engagement with the topic.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants reference specific findings, such as the sustained symptom relief and reduced need for conservative treatments, showing thoughtful engagement rather than superficial commentary.

ImpactModerate impact

The emphasis on the importance of the research and the call for increased training in the UK and ROI suggest the publication could influence clinical practices and healthcare policies.

Abstract in brief

  • The study tracked 60 patients with lipedema over an average of 12 years after liposuction, finding that many benefits like reduced pain, swelling, and movement restrictions persisted without significant worsening.
  • While some complaints slightly increased between 4 and 8 years, they did not worsen from 8 to 12 years post-surgery, and patients continued to need less conservative treatment such as compression garments.
  • Most patients experienced a substantial weight reduction after surgery, with some gaining weight later, but overall, liposuction provided long-term relief of symptoms and decreased the need for ongoing treatments over the 12-year period.]
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Mary Fickling Co Dir
@physiopodukltd · X

NEW RESEARCH "Improvements in patients with lipedema 4, 8 and 12 years after liposuction" https://t.co/rif0zGOBqm #Lipoedema #lipedema - Why aren't there more UK and ROI surgeons trained to carry out Lipoedema Liposuction? There is a huge need for it and a lack on provision. https://t.co/wnApSknC35

Sep 4, 2020 · 6 likes · 2 shares · 2,384 followers View post →
Phlebology Journal
@PhlebologyJourn · X

https://t.co/Fln8R0KgvQ Improvements in #lipedema outcomes post #liposuction #phlebology #lymphoedema

Sep 17, 2020 · 1 like · 1 share · 728 followers View post →
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@T_Killerzellen · X

@Schneeanemone @Eurybia_1 @PhysioAftermath Hier eine Studie zu "Verbesserungen bei Patienten mit Lipödem 4, 8 und 12 Jahre nach der Fettabsaugung". Ab 8 Jahren verändert sich nichts mehr. Und auch die "Reduzierung der konservativen Begleittherapie" blieb. https://t.co/BYOTF5q8CA

Jan 31, 2024 · 1 like · 46 followers View post →
Dr Sharie (she/her)
@drsharie · X

RT @physiopodukltd: NEW RESEARCH "Improvements in patients with lipedema 4, 8 and 12 years after liposuction" https://t.co/rif0zGOBqm #Lipo…

Sep 4, 2020 · 2 shares · 1,119 followers View post →
Lio Lipedema Italia (Charity)
@LipedemaItalia · X

RT @physiopodukltd: NEW RESEARCH "Improvements in patients with lipedema 4, 8 and 12 years after liposuction" https://t.co/rif0zGOBqm #Lipo…

Sep 11, 2020 · 2 shares · 154 followers View post →
J.A. López-Lendoiro Rguez
@Jose3515FYK · X

RT @PhlebologyJourn: https://t.co/Fln8R0KgvQ Improvements in #lipedema outcomes post #liposuction #phlebology #lymphoedema

Sep 18, 2020 · 1 share · 47 followers View post →

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@T_Killerzellen · X

@Schneeanemone @Eurybia_1 @PhysioAftermath Hier eine Studie zu "Verbesserungen bei Patienten mit Lipödem 4, 8 und 12 Jahre nach der Fettabsaugung". Ab 8 Jahren verändert sich nichts mehr. Und auch die "Reduzierung der konservativen Begleittherapie" blieb. https://t.co/BYOTF5q8CA

Jan 31, 2024 · 1 like · 46 followers View post →
J.A. López-Lendoiro Rguez
@Jose3515FYK · X

RT @PhlebologyJourn: https://t.co/Fln8R0KgvQ Improvements in #lipedema outcomes post #liposuction #phlebology #lymphoedema

Sep 18, 2020 · 1 share · 47 followers View post →
Phlebology Journal
@PhlebologyJourn · X

https://t.co/Fln8R0KgvQ Improvements in #lipedema outcomes post #liposuction #phlebology #lymphoedema

Sep 17, 2020 · 1 like · 1 share · 728 followers View post →
Lio Lipedema Italia (Charity)
@LipedemaItalia · X

RT @physiopodukltd: NEW RESEARCH "Improvements in patients with lipedema 4, 8 and 12 years after liposuction" https://t.co/rif0zGOBqm #Lipo…

Sep 11, 2020 · 2 shares · 154 followers View post →
Dr Sharie (she/her)
@drsharie · X

RT @physiopodukltd: NEW RESEARCH "Improvements in patients with lipedema 4, 8 and 12 years after liposuction" https://t.co/rif0zGOBqm #Lipo…

Sep 4, 2020 · 2 shares · 1,119 followers View post →
Mary Fickling Co Dir
@physiopodukltd · X

NEW RESEARCH "Improvements in patients with lipedema 4, 8 and 12 years after liposuction" https://t.co/rif0zGOBqm #Lipoedema #lipedema - Why aren't there more UK and ROI surgeons trained to carry out Lipoedema Liposuction? There is a huge need for it and a lack on provision. https://t.co/wnApSknC35

Sep 4, 2020 · 6 likes · 2 shares · 2,384 followers View post →