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Semin Plast Surg 2000; 14(1): 29-43
DOI: 10.1055/s-2000-8420
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Abdominoplasty: Essentials in Evaluation and Treatment

Keith J. Attkiss, Michael Bolton, John A. Persing
  • K.J.A. Chief Resident; M.B. Medical Student; J.A.P. Professor and Chief, Section of Plastic Surgery, Yale-New Haven Medical Center, Yale University, New Haven, CT
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31 December 2000 (online)

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ABSTRACT

Evaluation for abdominoplasty requires a precise analysis and classification of the patient's abdominal pathology, an understanding of normal anatomy and ideal aesthetic proportions, and an ability to assess the patient's preoperative expectations with regard to what can be achieved surgically. The evolution of the various surgical modalities is discussed, including methods for skin excision, muscle fascia plication, umbilicoplasty, adjunctive liposuction, and limited access approaches. The authors' operative technique is presented. Early and late postoperative complications and their management are discussed.

Keywords

Abdominoplasty - body contouring - liposuction