Abstract
Abstract Background For many years, liposuction remains one of the most-performed cosmetic procedures by plastic surgeons around the world. However, determining the degree of residual skin laxity after evacuation of fat remains a challenge. Renuvion® (J-Plasma) is a radio-frequency device propelled by helium plasma that generates rapid heating at the subcutaneous layer leading to controlled skin retraction. Objectives We present the clinical results of our experience with the J-plasma device in combination with High Definition Liposculpture (HDL), while providing some safety recommendations for its use. Methods We retrospectively collected data from a cohort of patients who underwent HDL in combination with J-Plasma therapy in at least one body segment, between January 2018 and June 2019 at Dhara clinic (Bogota, Colombia). Also, 100 patients were randomly selected to complete a satisfaction survey of their results. Results We evaluated 174 consecutive cases: 149 women (85.6%) and 25 men (14.4%). J-Plasma was performed in addition to HDL alone in 96 cases (55.2%), while other aesthetic procedures were performed in addition to J-Plasma and HDL in 78 cases (44.8%). The survey reported 44% of patients as being “very satisfied” and 41% “partially satisfied”. Conclusions The helium plasma-based device, J-Plasma, has several unique features that enable surgeons to achieving adequate levels of soft tissue contraction when used in conjunction with liposuction during High-Def body contouring surgery.
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