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Abdominoplasty is an operation aimed at correcting the shape of the abdomen. It reduces the volume of the lumbar area and tightens the skin, removing excess fat layer and skin. Abdominoplasty - this is a surgical intervention. Its duration is from 2 to 5 hours, depending on the situation. In the medical center LeoMed, you can correct body defects with rapid rehabilitation.
Tummy tuck: types
Abdominoplasty is a complex procedure that is performed using various methods. Types of tummy tuck:
- Full It implies the correction of the waist and hips. In some cases, the lumbar area from the back is also taken into account. The presented operation makes it possible to eliminate the excess fat layer and correct skin defects.
- Miniabdominoplasty is performed with location deposits. One incision in the bikini area is enough for correction.
- Average abdominoplasty is prescribed for a significant fat layer. To correct the situation, two incisions are made: horizontal - along the bikini line, vertical - from the navel to the pubic area.
- Endoscopic method. This type of abdominoplasty is performed using small punctures. Muscles that have separated will be connected through them.
During the operation, such accompanying actions as: transfer of the navel, liposuction of subcutaneous tissue can be performed.
Advantages of abdominoplasty
- An effective procedure, the result of which is immediately visible. If you follow the doctor's recommendations, the effect will be preserved for a long time.
- The intervention is painless. The operation is performed exclusively under anesthesia.
- The patient does not need to seriously prepare for the procedure. The only request is to follow the doctor's instructions.
- Long-term recovery, as the correction can affect a large area.
- Upon completion, patients are advised to follow all the doctor's requirements and prevent fluctuations in body weight.
Cons of abdominoplasty
Before removing the stomach surgically, it is necessary to undergo a full examination. The procedure is not recommended for people with the following contraindications:
- Diabetes.
- Pulmonary and heart failure.
- The presence of serious scars near the abdomen.
- Obesity from 2 to 4 stages.
- Increased and decreased blood coagulability.
- Acute, chronic and oncological diseases.
Girls who are planning pregnancy in the next 1-2 years should also refuse abdominoplasty. Stretching of muscles and skin, which is caused by the process of growth and development of the fetus, can have a negative effect on the operative seam. It can break under pressure.
How is abdominoplasty performed?
Medical Center LeoMed conducts a detailed examination of each patient for the presence of disorders or contraindications. The client undergoes a consultation with the surgeon, who will show him the result after the intervention on the computer. The abdominoplasty operation is performed in three stages:
- Anesthesia is administered. General anesthesia is used.
- The surgeon makes an incision and begins the correction. Adipose fiber is removed, muscles are sewn together and restored. If necessary, aspiration of adipose tissue is additionally performed and the navel is re-formed.
- Upon completion, the incision is sutured and additionally fixed with a special bandage.
If necessary, subcutaneous drainage can be installed. He will eliminate excess fluid that collects in the intervention area. Patients who underwent a complete abdominoplasty are susceptible to this. Next, the client goes to rehabilitation. It involves taking analgesics and antibiotics, observing bed rest, regular treatment of stitches and wearing a bandage. You will be able to assess the final result in 2-3 months.
