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Indications
- Lax abdominal wall muscles following pregnancy or aging
- Excess fat and loose skin in the abdominal area, which cannot be improved by dieting or exercise
Anesthesia
- General
Duration
- 2.5 hrs
In / Outpatient
- Either depending on individual circumstances
Procedure
- Through an incision low on the abdomen, excess skin and fat is removed, and the underlying muscle is tightened to give the stomach a flat and firm look. Stretch marks on the lower abdomen are eliminated
Recovery
- Bruising, numbness and discomfort in lower abdomen for 2 weeks
- Patients wear a supportive garment for 4 weeks
- Return to work after 2 weeks, but no strenuous activity for 4 weeks
- Swelling at the surgery site may persist for 6 months, and scars will fade over 12-18 months
Result
- Provides a smooth, flat, well-toned abdomen
- The resulting contour is permanent, provided there is no subsequent weight gain or loss
Risks
- Poor wound healing, resulting in conspicuous scars or skin loss
- Infection, bleeding, fluid collection
- Numbness
- Blood clots