CoolSculpting, or cryolipolysis, is generally regarded as a safe and effective noninvasive procedure for the reduction of localized subcutaneous fat.

Studies have identified minimal complications, with most adverse events being minimal and resolving quickly. Common complications associated with CoolSculpting include treatment site erythema, numbness/paresthesia, bruising, and edema. More serious, but rare, complications can include severe or persistent pain, dysesthesia, skin hyperpigmentation, motor neuropathy, and paradoxical adipose hyperplasia. Notably, instances of mild or moderate pain/neuralgia were rare and resolved within a few days, with no adverse events reported in a significant number of cases, highlighting the procedure’s overall safety profile (Stevens et al., 2013) (Hedayati et al., 2020).

In summary, while CoolSculpting is largely considered safe, awareness and preparedness for possible complications are crucial for optimal patient counseling and treatment outcomes.