Utilization of Liposuction for Delayed Morel-Lavallée Lesion: A Case Report and Review

Morel-Lavallée lesions are irregularly occurring and often overlooked results of traumatic injuries, resulting in potential long-term encapsulation of fluid between soft-tissue layers. The objective in this review was to discuss the delayed presentation of a Morel-Lavallée lesion and operative utili...

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Main Authors: Preston Gardner, Diana Flis, Kongkrit Chaiyasate
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2017-01-01
Series:Case Reports in Surgery
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2017/8120587
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description Morel-Lavallée lesions are irregularly occurring and often overlooked results of traumatic injuries, resulting in potential long-term encapsulation of fluid between soft-tissue layers. The objective in this review was to discuss the delayed presentation of a Morel-Lavallée lesion and operative utility of liposuction in the patient’s treatment and review literature with particular focus on diagnosis and therapeutic interventions. The reviewed case demonstrates the presentation and successful therapy of a young female presenting with a MLL and contour deformity.
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title Utilization of Liposuction for Delayed Morel-Lavallée Lesion: A Case Report and Review
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title_short Utilization of Liposuction for Delayed Morel-Lavallée Lesion: A Case Report and Review
title_sort utilization of liposuction for delayed morel lavallee lesion a case report and review
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