The Fleur-De-Lis Abdominoplasty

摘要

Vertical abdominoplasty is a safe and effective procedure to correct abdominal contour abnormalities in individuals with excessive soft tissue in both the vertical and transverse orientation. It is a powerful procedure for addressing epigastric skin laxity after massive weight loss. The literature, although limited, supports the effectiveness of this procedure in addressing this clinical scenario. Further, the complication rates are comparable to a standard transverse abdominoplasty. Patient selection, preoperative planning, and technique are described.