Tummy Tuck Procedure
Flattening of protruding tummy by removing excess skin and fat. Lax underlying abdominal muscles are also tightened. The umbilicus is relocated. Scars are hided in the bikini. Tummy tuck/mini abdominoplasty where there is laxity in lower abdomen only. The surgery is restricted to infra umbilical region only.
Duration:
3-5 hours
Anaesthesia:
Epidural/ general anaesthesia
Stay:
2-3 day in hospital
After Effect:
Suction drains are kept for 2-3 days, ecchymosis, swelling, bruising and mild pain, weakness and numbness.
Risks:
Infection, pigmentary changes.
Recovery:
Wearing of abdominal corest: 2-3 weeks
Return to work: 8-10 day
Exercise heavy work: 4-6 weeks
Duration of Results:
Permanent