Liposuction anesthesia techniques.

This article discusses intravenous sedation, the authors' anesthesia of choice when performing most esthetic body contour refinement procedures. This technique is comfortable, safe, contemporary, and beneficial to the patient and medical crew. The preanesthesia evaluation is emphasized as a safety and high-quality action to any anesthesia procedure. Alternative anesthesia techniques are also discussed, including their possible advantages, disadvantages, indications, and counterindications.