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Fleur-de-lis Abdominoplasty and Neo-umbilicus
Flávio Henrique Mendes1, Alfredo Donnabella1, Alan Roberto Fagotti Moreira1
1Plastic Surgery Division, Botucatu Medical School, Paulista State University, Rua Tomaz Antonio Gonzaga, 160 Lins, São Paulo 16400-465, Brazil.
Clinics in Plastic Surgery
|November 19, 2018
Summary
This study introduces an inner scar umbilical reconstruction technique for vertical abdominoplasties. This method improves scar visibility and reduces complications, offering natural body contouring results after massive weight loss.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Body Contouring
- Reconstructive Surgery
Background:
- Massive weight loss patients often require body contouring with significant tissue readjustment.
- Traditional fleur-de-lis abdominoplasty can result in poor scar visibility and umbilical complications.
- These limitations restrict the application of the anterior vertical approach in body contouring.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present the authors' experience with a novel inner scar umbilical reconstruction technique.
- To enhance the aesthetic outcomes of vertical abdominoplasties.
- To address limitations associated with visible scarring and umbilical issues in body contouring.
Main Methods:
- Description of the inner scar umbilical reconstruction technique for vertical abdominoplasties.
- Evaluation of the technique's safety, reproducibility, and complication rates.
- Assessment of the sustainability and natural appearance of the results.
Main Results:
- The inner scar umbilical reconstruction technique is demonstrated to be simple and safe.
- The technique exhibits low complication rates.
- Sustainable and natural-looking results were achieved, enhancing overall patient outcomes.
Conclusions:
- The inner scar umbilical reconstruction is an effective method for improving vertical abdominoplasties.
- This technique offers a solution to visible scarring and umbilical complications.
- It provides a reliable option for body contouring in massive weight loss patients.
