Liposuction fat emboli resulting in myocardial infarction: a case report and review of the literature

We report the only known case of myocardial infarction (MI) secondary to fat embolism in the setting of post-procedural liposuction. A review of the literature was undertaken to elucidate the pathophysiology of liposuction-associated fat embolism, identify patient and procedural risk factors, discuss diagnostic criterion, and identify management of this rare but potentially fatal complication.Level of Evidence: VType of study: Risk study
Source: European Journal of Plastic Surgery - Category: Cosmetic Surgery Source Type: research