Liposuction Treatment Cost in Spain

The cost of liposuction in Spain is primarily dependent on the procedure employed to discard the fat. The decision to opt for a specific treatment is taken by the surgeon post consultation with the patient. The cost of Ultrasonic Assisted Liposuction (UAL) is around US$ 4,400 – US$ 4,700. Power-Assisted Liposuction may incur costs of US$ 3,300 – US$ 3,700 to patients.

The other factor that decided the cost of the procedure is the area from where fat is to be removed and ultimately the volume. Liposuction of thighs and buttocks costs US$ 3,400 – US$ 3,900 is Spain. The massive volume of fat can be removed from the abdominal region, and hence the cost of abdominal liposuction is on the higher side i.e. US$ 6,800 – US$ 7,500. 

Following are some of the factors affecting the cost of liposuction cost in Spain

• Body area from where the fat is to be removed plays a crucial factor in deciding cost for the liposuction treatment as discussed above.
• The complexity of the treatment can alter the cost structure. For instance, removing fat from the chin can be challenging than extracting it from the upper thighs.
• The use of specific techniques produces an impact on the cost structure of the procedure. Apart from these factors, the cost of anesthesia (if employed) and other complications (if occurred or anticipated) can alter the cost structure.
• Apart from these clinical factors, overall skills, and experience of the surgeon and hospital/clinic brand on top influence cost of the therapy.

• Tumescent liposuction: This process involves the administration of fluid (local anesthetic + drug that contracts blood vessel + salt solution) to an area from where the fat is to be removed. Once the area becomes firm and swollen (tumescent), more uniform and accurate fat extraction is enabled. A cannula assists in fat removal by applying a high-pressure vacuum. 
  
  This method offers several advantages. As the smaller incision is made to insert a cannula, an incision is smaller and hence recovery time is equally short. 

• Super-wet technique: Similar to the tumescent method. The sole difference is less fluid is injected during the procedure. The patient may require sedation or general anesthesia to carry out this procedure

• Ultrasound-assisted liposuction (UAL): Ultra-high frequency sound waves are employed to liquefy the fat. Fat can be extracted through the cannula inserted by requiring a small incision

• Power-Assisted Liposuction (PAL): This process involves the use of vibrating cannula where mechanized movement is enabled for more effective and complete fat removal

Following are some of the most sought after and acclaimed clinics in Spain for Liposuction surgery: Quironsalud Torrevieja Hospital: boasts of internationally-renowned specialists and experts who specialize in the treatment and management of complex illnesses. It is a modern facility with services especially designed to cater to the need of international patients and their attendants.

Centro Medico Teknon: One of the leading hospitals in the country’s private healthcare space, the hospital follows its rich tradition of quality management to deliver excellent care to all the patients. The hospitals enjoy the honor of being one of the very few hospitals to have JCI accreditation and accreditation from the Generalitat of Catalonia.

400+ specialty doctors well trained to handle international patients and 2000+ health care professionals ready to serve, make this hospital a preferred destination for medical tourists.

Pérez De La Romana Institute: Board certified plastic surgeons, latest technology instruments, and best infrastructure work in favor for this clinic and encourages foreign medical tourists from all across Europe.

Antiageing Group Barcelona: Founded by a group of best specialists in plastic, aesthetic and reconstructive surgery, the experts at the clinic also combine psychology and nutrition, making the treatment a comprehensive holistic experience for the patients.

The clinic is recognized for pioneering many state-of-the-art technologies in the aesthetic procedure domain. The surgeons on board are competent enough and enjoy global recognition.

Ocean Clinic: The plastic, aesthetic and reconstructive surgeons at the clinic have experience of more than 15 years and perform 1000+ surgeries each year. The surgeons have comprehensive expertise in plastic and aesthetic surgeries, dermatology and anti-aging medicines.

Their expertise and skills have transformed the lives of people and hence it is a preferred destination of medical tourists for aesthetic treatments.

Roque University Hospital: QH (Quality Healthcare) accreditation in 2015, from Institute of Development and Integration of Health (IDIS) and Distinction of Commitment award in 2017 by Secretary of State for Tourism have recognized the contributions of the hospital in serving quality care to the medical tourists from all across the globe. 

Some of the best reviewed plastic surgeons of Spain:

Dr. Julio Puig: Specialised in body contouring and aesthetic procedures, Dr. Julio Puig occupies 30+ years of experience in the domain. He demonstrates expertise in performing complex procedures and is comfortable with the most advanced techniques is plastic and aesthetic procedures.

He is a prestigious member of the American Society of Plastic surgeons (ASPS) and Spanish Society of Plastic, reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (SCEPRE) and many other scientific associations globally recognized.

Dr. Francisco Gomez Bravo: Currently serving as the President of Association of Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery – Spain, (AECEP), Dr. Bravo remains a prestigious member of several scientific associations with global recognition.

He is one of the youngest plastic and aesthetic surgeons in entire Europe, who has demonstrated his innovative techniques in international conferences and has published in the top four scientific journals of the domain.

Dr. Jesus Benito Ruiz: Ex-President of AECEP, 30+ years of experience in the plastic, aesthetic and reconstructive surgery and prestigious member of internationally recognized associations for plastic surgeons like ASPS and ISAPS and many more. (ASPS: American Society of Plastic Surgery, ISAPS: International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery)

He is recognized for his pioneering surgical techniques in the field and is the recipient of numerous awards during his career. He has his own clinic (Antiaging Group Barcelona) equipped with most advanced instruments and Board-Certified Surgeons.

Dr. Sanchez Nebreda: 25+ years in aesthetic, plastic and reconstructive surgery, 15,000+ surgical interventions including cosmetic procedures and body contouring.

He has his own clinic, Institute of Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery (Granada), a facility fully fledges with modern instruments updated with most recent technology, health care professionals, and Board-Certified Surgeons. This facility is a one-stop solution for the multitude of aesthetic and reconstructive procedures and caters to domestic as well as international patients.

Dr. José María Palacin: 9,000+ surgical interventions in body contouring, facial cosmetic, and several other aesthetic and reconstructive surgeries, he occupies 20+ years of experience in the domain. He is currently associated with the Teknon medical center.

Offering the patients their most superior version of themselves they had been craving for by reshaping their body, liposuction remains the most popular treatment. The procedure has a success rate of almost 85%. In spite of such a high success rate, the procedure has some risk associated with it. The chances of complications depend on the procedure type and the skills of the surgeon.

Severe bruising, inflammation, thrombophlebitis (blood clots in veins causing inflammation), kidney or heart problems (fluctuations in the body fluid levels) and pulmonary embolism (fat travels towards lungs via blood vessels resulting in the blockage) are some of the possible complications that can arise during or post-procedure.