Panniculectomy

The surgery will take place in a hospital or a surgery center. This surgery may take several hours. You will receive general anesthesia . This will keep you asleep and pain-free during the procedure. The surgeon may make a cut from under your breast bone to just above your pelvic bone. A horizontal cut is made in your…

When you lose a lot of weight, such as 100 pounds (45 kg) or more after bariatric surgery, your skin may not be elastic enough to shrink back to its natural shape. This can cause the skin to sag and hang. It may cover your thighs and genitals. This extra skin can make it hard to keep yourself clean and to walk and…

Risks of anesthesia and surgery in general are: Reactions to medicines Breathing problems Bleeding , blood clots, or infection Risks of this surgery are: Scarring Infection Nerve damage Loose skin Skin loss Poor wound healing Fluid buildup under the skin Tissue death

Your surgeon will ask about your detailed medical history. The surgeon will examine the excess skin and old scars, if any. Tell your surgeon or nurse if: You are or could be pregnant You are taking any medicines, including medicines, supplements, or herbs you bought without a prescription During the week before your…

You will need to stay at hospital for about two days after the surgery. You may need to stay longer if your surgery is more complex. After you recover from the anesthesia, you will be asked to get up to walk a few steps. You will have pain and swelling for days after surgery. Your surgeon will give you pain killers to…

The outcome of panniculectomy is often good. Most people are happy with their new appearance.

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