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Thigh Lift -
Potential Complications
This is a routine operation that is a great success for the vast majority of patients. However, it is very important you understand what can go wrong as well as right with an operation. With thigh lift the potential problems are listed.
Small degrees of asymmetry: The same operation will be performed both sides. However effects of surgery can be subtlety different on the two sides.
Scars: Patients can vary in the quality of scars they produce and may stretch differently.
Skin irregularity: Small areas of irregularity can be observed.
Softening of the lift: The tightening will soften over the first 6 months with the scar falling slightly.
Altered sensation: some altered sensation can be noticed but usually settles over the first few weeks.
Bruising/bleeding: Usually minor but can be greater occasionally
General operation risks: Chest infections, Blood clots in the leg or lung (DVT or PE)
