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Definition of "lipectomy" [lipectomy]

  • Surgical excision of subcutaneous fatty tissue. (noun)

American Heritage(R) Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. Copyright (c) 2011 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.

Use "lipectomy" in a sentence
  • "Moya says another disadvantage of belt lipectomy is the procedure doesn't produce a natural waistline."
  • "One procedure to eliminate the excess skin after massive weight loss is called a belt lipectomy, or lower body lift."
  • "He is fully trained in all aspects of modern plastic and reconstructive surgery, including cosmetic surgery of the face and body, breast surgery (including breast reconstruction, breast augmentation, breast lift, and breast reduction), suction-assisted lipectomy (liposuction), body contouring (tummy tuck, total body lift as well as other procedures after massive weight loss), and laser procedures."