| Procedure : |
Flatten abdomen by removing excess fat and skin and tightening muscles of abdominal wall. |
| Length: |
2 to 5 hours. |
| Anesthesia: |
General or local with sedation. |
| In/Outpatient: |
Either depending on individual circumstances an extent of surgery. |
| Side Effects: |
Temporary pain. Swelling, soreness, numbness of abdominal skin, bruising, tiredness for several
weeks or months. |
| Risks: |
Blood clots, infection, bleeding under the skin flap. Poor healing resulting in conspicuous scarring or skin loss. Need for a second operation. |
Recovery |
Back to work: |
2 to 4 weeks. |
| More strenuous activity: |
4 to 6 week or more. |
| Fading and flattening of scars: |
3 months to 2 years. |
