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The ideal umbilicus for abdominal aesthetics is oval-shaped and positioned two-thirds from the pubis to the xiphisternum. This study analyzed navel characteristics to optimize umbilicoplasty techniques.

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Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Aesthetic Medicine
  • Human Anatomy

Background:

  • The umbilicus is a significant aesthetic component of the abdomen.
  • Optimized reinsertion techniques are crucial for desirable cosmetic outcomes.
  • Understanding navel characteristics is key for aesthetic surgery.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the localization and characteristics of the umbilicus in adults.
  • To identify factors influencing umbilical shape and position.
  • To define an ideal umbilical configuration for aesthetic results.

Main Methods:

  • Assessed umbilicus localization and characteristics in 137 adults.
  • Recorded participant data: age, height, weight, pregnancy, gender, and Body Mass Index (BMI).
  • Utilized photographic review by participants and authors for rating and silhouette evaluation.

Main Results:

  • Vertical-configured umbilicus was most frequent, but oval shape received superior aesthetic scores.
  • Pregnancy resulted in a shorter, wider navel.
  • Male gender and increased BMI correlated with larger distances between fixed bony points.
  • No significant impact of height on umbilicus position or height was observed.

Conclusions:

  • An oval-shaped umbilicus positioned two-thirds from the pubis to the xiphisternum is considered most aesthetically pleasing.
  • Achieving this configuration is the primary goal in umbilicoplasty.
  • Findings provide guidance for surgical techniques aiming for optimal abdominal aesthetics.