Tummy Tuck

What is Abdominoplasty?

ABDOMINOPLASTY is also called TUMMY TUCK. Is a surgery aimed at restoring the body shape of women and men. It improves the abdominal wall muscles (diastasis recti) and reduces sagging or excess skin caused by weight changes. In women, abdominoplasty is performed to reduce or eliminate stretch marks caused by pregnancy or weight changes.

Why get a Tummy Tuck?

A tummy tuck is a surgical procedure for those with loose, excess skin on the abdomen who want to restore their body shape.

It is important to have a tummy tuck to facilitate body cleansing and drying and avoid dermatological problems.

What are the benefits of  a Tummy Tuck for patients?

Among the benefits that a tummy tuck offers patients are:

• Improves self-esteem and confidence.
• Prevents dermatitis.
• Restore body tone and shape.
• Removes or diminishes stretch marks.
• Removes excess skin.
• Facilitates personal hygiene.

What characteristics should the hospital or clinic where abdominoplasty are performed have?

Among the characteristics that a clinic or hospital must have to perform abdominoplasty procedures safely and hygienically are the following:

• Have a multidisciplinary team of specialists and resources to manage the surgical procedure.
• Have certified and aseptic facilities.

What are the preoperative aspects for a Tummy tuck?

The patient seeking Tummy Tuck must have the following health conditions:

• Good nutritional status.
• Results of para-clinical examinations within normal parameters.
• Prior psychological evaluation, if possible.
• Positive assessment of the motivation that led to the decision to undergo surgery.
• No active diseases.
• Thorough assessment of prior health history. Review of medical conditions, family history, and previous surgeries, among other things.
• Do not withhold information from the treating physician to avoid risking your life.
• Read the instructions given by your doctor and any warning signs and emergencies.

After-Abdominoplasty care?

• Strictly follow the specialist’s recommendations.
• Be familiar with the warning signs and emergency procedures so you can report them immediately.
• Attend postoperative checkups.
• Immediate ambulation which will avoid thromboembolisms – TEP.
• Perform drainage procedures and record the amounts. This is essential as it determines the removal time.
• Avoid excessive exercise. Start gym sessions after the second month following the guidelines established for the plication or binding of the rectus abdomen muscles.

Patient safety considerations?

• Have an insurance policy that covers the costs of the procedure and eventualities.
• Find a hospital or clinic suitable for the procedure with an Intensive Care Unit (ICU).
• Consult with plastic surgeons and medical specialists before, during, and after the procedure.
• Strictly follow the physicians’ recommendations.