The’Tummy tuck It is the procedure with which the abdominal wall is remodelled. It may involve only the lower portion, below the navel, and in this case, with more limited indications, it is referred to as a mini abdominoplasty, or more frequently, the entire abdomen, in which case it is referred to as an abdominoplasty.
An abdominoplasty, also known as a tummy tuck, is a surgical procedure to remove excess skin and fat from the abdomen and to tighten the muscles of the abdominal wall.
The intervention is often associated with Liposuction of the entire area or part of it. Abdominoplasty surgery involves dissecting the supra-fascial tissues from the pubic region to the lower edge of the ribs, with isolation of the navel, plication of the abdominal rectus muscles (and sometimes the obliques), lifting and resection of the lower skin-fat flap, repositioning of the navel, and final skin closure. The incision and suture are horizontal, running from the pubic hair line and extending laterally for a variable length. Initially visible (but hidden by the smallest underwear), the scar evolves similarly to a Caesarean section scar, becoming barely or not visible within the following 6-12 months.
Post-operative recovery in abdominoplasty
In the post-operative period, a compression garment is worn for 2 months, and the results become stable and definitive in the 6-12 months following surgery. The first week of the post-operative period will be more demanding for the patient, but within 15 days, she will almost completely regain her autonomy. Physical activity (excluding abdominal exercises, which will be rested for 2 months) can be resumed after approximately 20 days. This surgery Cosmetic surgery It is performed under general or epidural anaesthesia.
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