Abdominal lifting (dermolipectomia)
This is the best method to remove extra skin and sub dermal fatty tissue. Sometimes it is necessary to reposition belly button due to extensive removal of excess skin.
This intervention is performed in general anesthesia so the pre-operative preparations are necessary. The operation is not dangerous because it does not invade internal area of the stomach, so it does not have any effect on internal organs. If necessary, the intervention may include the reconstruction of abdominal muscles that may be as a result of pregnancy or increased weight. The scar is located in pubic area so it is easily covered by underwear.
The patient stays in hospital for 48-72 hours. It is necessary for the patient to lie still in bed for several days. In the course of post-operative recovery, the patient wears appropriate elastic garment for several weeks. Stitches are removed in the second week.
Complications that may occur are similar to those of medium-complex operations.
