Lipoedema and the knee

Fat inside and around the knee pushes the joint out of line, wears cartilage and inflames the lining. In suitable patients we treat the knee in the same operation as the legs.

At a glance

The essentials

For patients whose knees have drifted inward or outward, who have knee pain or swelling with lipoedema, or whose ankles have lost their taper.

Combined with

Superdry 4D liposuction of the legs

Added time

30–60 minutes

Anaesthesia

Same operation

Injection

Stem-cell-rich fat into the joint

Walking

Same day

Ankle slimming

Same session, micro-cannulas

Technique

How it works

Clear the intra-articular fat

The fat pads inside the knee that push the joint out of alignment are removed with fine cannulas.

Support the joint

Stem-cell-rich fat is injected into the joint to support cartilage and calm the inflamed lining.

Refine the ankle

Superdry micro-cannulas restore the taper between calf and foot.

Recovery

What recovery looks like

Risks

Risks, plainly

Every operation carries risk. These are the ones that matter for this procedure, and we discuss each with you before you decide:

Questions

Frequently asked questions

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Is this a knee replacement?

No. It is soft-tissue and joint-support surgery; it does not touch the bone.

Will it straighten my legs?

It removes the fat that pushes the knee out of line and often improves alignment visibly. Bone deformity needs orthopaedic surgery.

Can the ankle be treated alone?

Yes, ankle slimming can be a stand-alone Superdry procedure.

Is this the right procedure for you?

Prof. Karacalar will tell you honestly — including if the answer is no surgery at all.

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Lipoedema & leg aesthetic clinic in Istanbul, led by Prof. Dr. Ahmet Karacalar — Professor of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery.

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Surgery carries risks and results differ from person to person. Content on this site is general information, not medical advice. Please seek an independent opinion before deciding on any procedure.