Abdominoplasty
Articles and resources for Abdominoplasty in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
Abdominoplasty, commonly known as a tummy tuck, is a surgical procedure aimed at improving the appearance of the abdomen. Many individuals consider this surgery for various reasons, including significant weight loss, pregnancy, or aging, which can lead to loose skin and weakened abdominal muscles. The procedure can help create a flatter, firmer abdominal profile, enhancing overall body contours and boosting self-esteem for some patients.
The surgery typically involves making a horizontal incision across the lower abdomen to remove excess skin and fat. The underlying muscles may also be tightened to provide additional support. The procedure usually takes a few hours and may be performed under general anesthesia. Patients can expect a recovery period where they may experience swelling and discomfort, requiring time before returning to normal activities.
While abdominoplasty can offer aesthetic benefits such as improved body shape and increased confidence, it also carries potential risks. These may include complications like infection, scarring, or changes in sensation. It is important for individuals to understand both the advantages and risks associated with the procedure, as outcomes can vary based on individual circumstances and health factors.
Abdominoplasty After Weight Loss: What Patients Need to Know
This research paper discusses the unique challenges presented by patients who have undergone massive weight loss (MWL) and are seeking body contouring surgery. These patients often have more severe or...Abdominoplasty and Pregnancy: What You Need to Know About Risks
This research paper investigates if there's a link between a type of cosmetic surgery called abdominoplasty (or tummy tuck) and any negative effects on pregnancy. The researchers looked at data from...Abdominoplasty for Men: Improving Health and Quality of Life
This research paper discusses a case of a 75-year-old Nigerian man who was severely overweight, particularly around his mid-section. This weight issue was causing him additional health problems like h...Abdominoplasty Vs. Brazilian Butt Lift: Understanding the Safety Risks
This research paper looks into the safety of two popular cosmetic surgery procedures: the Brazilian butt lift (BBL) and abdominoplasty (also known as a "tummy tuck"). There has been some debate over t...Abdominoplasty Vs. Minimally Invasive Techniques for Diastasis Recti
This research paper looks at different surgical treatments for a condition known as diastasis recti, which is common in women after childbirth. This condition is where the stomach muscles separate, ca...Abdominoplasty Without Drains: a New Approach for Tummy Tuck Surgery
This research paper discusses a modified method of performing abdominoplasty, or "tummy tuck" surgery. In the past, this surgery often involved drains and tension suturing to reduce the risk of fluid ...Abdominoplasty: Do You Really Need Drains After Tummy Tuck Surgery?
This research paper looks at the use of closed-suction drains in abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) surgeries. The study divided patients into two groups: one that received drains during surgery and one that...Benefits of Preserving Scarpa Fascia During Tummy Tuck Surgery
This research paper is about a study that looked at whether preserving a layer of tissue in the lower abdomen called the Scarpa fascia helps to reduce complications after a tummy tuck surgery (abdomin...Benefits of Scarpa Fascia Preservation in Tummy Tuck After Weight Loss
This research paper discusses a study conducted from March 2015 to March 2021 on 65 patients who had undergone weight loss surgery. They were divided into two groups - one group had a traditional tumm...Combined Abdominoplasty and Umbilical Hernia Repair: What to Expect
This research paper studies different methods of performing two surgeries at the same time: full abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) and umbilical hernia repair. The researchers wanted to see how successful t...Combining Abdominoplasty with Other Surgeries: What You Need to Know
This research paper discusses the common practice of combining abdominoplasty (a tummy tuck) with other surgeries. In fact, tummy tucks rank as the fifth most popular cosmetic surgery in the U.S., and...Diabetes and Abdominoplasty: Understanding Risks and Outcomes
Abdominoplasty, also known as a tummy tuck, is a popular surgical procedure. This research paper looked at how having diabetes might affect the results of the surgery. To do this, the researchers look...Drainless Abdominoplasty: a Guide to Tummy Tuck Recovery and Technique
This research paper talks about a technique used in tummy tuck surgeries, known as drain-free abdominoplasty. This method uses something called progressive tension sutures (PTS) and was first mentione...Effective Strategies to Prevent Seroma After Abdominoplasty Surgery
Abdominoplasty, commonly known as a "tummy tuck," often results in a complication called seroma, where fluid accumulates under the skin. Many strategies have been suggested to reduce the occurrence of...Effectiveness of Nerve Blocks for Comfort After Tummy Tuck Surgery
This study looked at the effectiveness of different types of nerve blocks – a kind of anesthetic – used in tummy tuck surgeries. The researchers wanted to find out if any of these nerve blocks were mo...Endoscopic Abdominoplasty: Benefits of a Less Invasive Tummy Tuck
This research paper discusses the benefits of using an endoscope (a long, flexible tube with a light and camera at the end) for abdominoplasty, also known as a 'tummy tuck'. Endoscopic surgery is less...Fleur-De-Lis Abdominoplasty: a Guide for Post-Weight Loss Patients
This research paper discusses a type of body contouring surgery called Fleur-de-lis abdominoplasty, often performed on those who have lost a significant amount of weight. This procedure not only lifts...Fleur-De-Lis Abdominoplasty: a New Approach for Excess Skin Removal
This research paper discusses a case where a 22-year-old man who had lost a massive amount of weight (170 kg) sought treatment for excess fat and skin around his midsection. Traditional abdomen-tighte...Improving Belly Button Appearance After Tummy Tuck: a New Technique
This research paper looks at a new surgical technique to improve the appearance of the belly button, particularly after a tummy tuck. The researchers tested a modified version of a surgical procedure ...Inner Scar Umbilical Reconstruction: a Better Tummy Tuck Option
This research paper discusses a technique used in body contouring procedures for patients who have lost a significant amount of weight. These patients often need more than just a lift, they also need ...Is Abdominoplasty Safe for Obese Patients? Key Findings and Insights
This research paper looked at whether or not it's safe for obese patients to undergo a surgery called abdominoplasty (commonly known as a "tummy tuck"). Some surgeons are hesitant to perform this surg...Latest Insights on Tummy Tucks: Safety, Techniques, and Results
This research paper is an update for plastic surgeons who perform tummy tucks (abdominoplasty). The paper reviews all the relevant literature published between January 2014 and February 2017. It discu...Lipoabdominoplasty Vs. Abdominoplasty: Understanding Safety and Risks
Lipoabdominoplasty is a combined surgery involving both liposuction and abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) to improve the body shape, especially in older patients or those with excess skin from significant w...New Abdominoplasty Technique: Faster Tummy Tuck with Fewer Risks
This research paper examines a new technique in abdominoplasty, a surgical procedure often referred to as a "tummy tuck", which aims to create a normal-looking abdomen with minimal signs of surgery. T...New Umbilical Reconstruction Technique Enhances Tummy Tuck Results
This research paper talks about a new surgical method used to reconstruct the belly button during a tummy tuck surgery. The belly button's position and appearance are very important for the overall lo...Non-Surgical Abdominoplasty: Exploring Minimally Invasive Options
This paper discusses the rise of non-surgical and minimally invasive treatments that are becoming more popular alternatives to traditional tummy tucks (abdominoplasty). It suggests that plastic surgeo...Pregnancy After Abdominoplasty: What You Need to Know for Safety
This research paper reviews the potential effects on both mother and baby of becoming pregnant after having an abdominoplasty (commonly known as a "tummy tuck"). The researchers analyzed 17 studies in...Pregnancy After Tummy Tuck: Survey Reveals Potential Risks and Changes
This research paper sought to investigate if it's safe and advisable for women to get pregnant after having an abdominoplasty (commonly known as a "tummy tuck"). This is a question because the general...Preventing Complications in Tummy Tuck Procedures: the Importance of Fewer
This research paper explores the most common complications of a popular surgical procedure called abdominoplasty, or tummy tuck. The most common issue is a condition called seroma, which is a pocket o...Reducing Seroma Risk in Tummy Tucks with Progressive Tension Sutures
This research paper is about a technique used in tummy tucks (abdominoplasty) that may lower the risk of a common complication - the formation of a seroma, which is a pocket of clear bodily fluid that...Revision Abdominoplasty: Improving Results with Truncal Liposculpting
The research paper talks about a study on patients who underwent a second abdominoplasty, which is a surgical procedure often referred to as a "tummy tuck". The study was done between 2007 and 2016 on...Safer Belly Button Reshaping After Tummy Tuck: H-Wing Technique
This research paper discusses two different surgical techniques for belly button reshaping (neoumbilicoplasty), often done after a tummy tuck. The authors analyzed their past surgeries between 2014 an...Scarpa's Fascia Preservation in Abdominoplasty: Reducing Seroma Risk
This research paper is about a common cosmetic surgery called abdominoplasty, also known as a "tummy tuck." One common issue after this surgery is the formation of seroma, which is a pocket of clear b...Techniques to Reduce Seroma Risk After Abdominoplasty Surgery
This study looks at a common complication of tummy tucks, known as seroma, which is the buildup of fluid in areas where tissue has been removed. The researchers reviewed studies on three different tec...Understanding Abdominoplasty Risks for Post-Bariatric Surgery Patients
This research paper takes a look at potential complications after tummy tuck surgery (abdominoplasty), particularly among patients who have previously had weight loss surgery (bariatric surgery). The ...Understanding Abdominoplasty: a Guide to Safe and Effective Surgery
This research article is about lipoabdominoplasty, a type of plastic surgery that reshapes the abdomen. The authors aim to provide a comprehensive guide on how to perform this procedure safely and eff...Understanding Abdominoplasty: a New Model for Scar Research
This research paper discusses a new model for studying scars, the Northwestern Abdominoplasty Scar Model, which was proposed in 2016. Current methods for studying scars often fall short - animal model...Understanding Abdominoplasty: Benefits, Risks, and Recovery Tips
This research paper is about abdominoplasty, commonly known as a "tummy tuck." This procedure is often used to remove excess skin and fat from the lower abdomen, which can be a cosmetic concern for so...Understanding Abdominoplasty: Benefits, Techniques, and Risks
This research paper reviews the progress in the field of abdominoplasty, which is a cosmetic surgery procedure commonly known as a "tummy tuck". This procedure improves the contour of the abdominal wa...Understanding Abdominoplasty: Improving Abdominal Contours Safely
This research paper talks about the progress made in abdominoplasty (a.k.a tummy tuck surgery) over the years, particularly in treating deformities in the muscular and fibrous structure of the abdomin...Understanding Abdominoplasty: Risks and Complications for Patients
The research conducted a study on patients who had a tummy tuck surgery (abdominoplasty) to identify what factors might make a person more likely to experience complications from the procedure. The st...Understanding Abdominoplasty: Techniques for a Successful Tummy Tuck
This research paper is about abdominoplasty, commonly known as a "tummy tuck." This procedure has been refined and improved since the 1960s and is now one of the most common cosmetic surgeries. It's n...Understanding Abdominoplasty: Tummy Tuck Options and Benefits
This research paper is essentially a guide for medical professionals to understand the differences between two types of tummy-tuck procedures - standard abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) and lipoabdominopla...Understanding Abdominoplasty: What to Expect From a Tummy Tuck
This research paper is about a surgical procedure called abdominoplasty, commonly known as a "tummy tuck". This surgery can be quite complex and to avoid any visible signs of having had the operation,...Understanding Male Abdominoplasty: Trends and Benefits for Men
This research paper discusses the rising trend of male body contouring surgery, particularly focusing on abdominoplasty, commonly known as a "tummy tuck". Traditionally, body shaping procedures have b...Understanding Pseudocysts After Abdominoplasty: Causes and Solutions
This research paper discusses one of the most common cosmetic body shaping surgeries, abdominoplasty, also known as a "tummy tuck". The most common early complication of this procedure is the formatio...Understanding Pulmonary Embolism Risks After Tummy Tuck Surgery
This research paper investigates the risks of blood clots after two types of stomach surgery: cosmetic abdominoplasty (a 'tummy tuck') and functional panniculectomy (removal of excess skin and fat). T...Understanding Seroma After Abdominoplasty: What Patients Need to Know
Abdominoplasty, or a "tummy tuck," is a popular cosmetic surgery around the world. However, it often results in a complication called seroma, which is a buildup of fluid underneath the skin. This comp...Understanding Tulua Abdominoplasty and Oblique Flankplasty Benefits
This research paper is about a cosmetic surgical procedure known as TULUA. This method is a type of lipoabdominoplasty, a procedure that combines liposuction and tummy tuck. TULUA is particularly effi...Using Abdominal Skin for Safer Burn Treatment: a New Approach
This research paper is exploring a new method for treating deep skin burns. Currently, the most common treatment is grafting skin from another part of the patient's body onto the burn. However, this m...