Multiple symmetric lipomatosis: report of two cases

ABSTRACT

Multiple symmetric lipomatosis is an unusual disease of unknown etiology. It is characterized by symmerical accumulation of fat tissue deposits in neck, face, trunk and proximal limbs. It is more common in male adult sub-jects with a history of alcohol intake. Paliative surgery is the main treatment and it can be performed by conventional open excision or lipo-suction. Recurrence is common. The objetive of this article is to report two cases of multiple symmetric lipomatosis treated by liposuction in Regional Hospital of Asa Norte, in Brasilia - Federal District.

Keywords:
Multiple Symmetric Lipomatosis; Madelung Disease; Liposuction