Tummy Tuck – Abdominoplasty
Removal of excess fat and skin and tightening of muscles of the abdominal wall, respectively it is combined with liposuction.
It is performed under general anaesthesia.
Incision from hipbone to hipbone, just above the pubis. Separation of skin from the abdominal wall up to the ribs, respectively stitching together the loosened vertical muscles of the abdomen. Excess skin is then removed, navel transferred into a new position and the wound between the hipbones stitched. Suction drains are inserted under the skin and a compressive bandage is applied, which is recommended to be worn for 1 month.
Surgery with a 1-2 day stay at the clinic under the attendance of professional nursing staff.
Convalescence ca 2-3 weeks.
