Abdominoplasty

Surgical Intervention: Removal of excess fat and skin in the abdomen and belly and thinning and tightening of the abdominal wall.

Surgery time: 2 – 3 hours.

Anesthesia: General anesthesia.

Staying at hospital: Length of hospital stay. It varies according to the general condition of the patient and the duration of the operation. 2 – 4 days.

Possible effects: Temporary pain, swelling of the abdominal skin, tenderness, numbness, and bruises that may last for several weeks.

Risks: Infection, subcutaneous hemorrhage, Skin scarring due to poor healing and skin damage.

-Back to work: In 2-4 weeks, during this time corset is worn, heavy loads are not lifted.

-Heavy exercise: 4-6 weeks later-Straightening and blurring of the scars: 3 months – 2 years.