Best Plastic Surgeon in Mumbai
                     Lipo-Abdominoplasty
Tummy Tuck
Look much fitter.  
Feel a lot younger.
P. D. Hinduja Hospital, Khar introduces
The Cosmetic 
 Clinic
Who is this procedure for?
What is LIPO-ABDOMINOPLASTY
Any person who desires improvement in the shape of the torso (abdomen, 
(Tummy Tuck)?
 waist and hips) for whatever reason is a good candidate to undergo this  
procedure. Typically:
Women who have had one or more pregnancies, whose family is  
complete and who desire removal of stretch marks and a  pre-
pregnancy like flat tummy.
Morbidly obese persons (men and women) with excessive skin hanging 
 from the abdomen (panniculus) that obstructs daily activities and leads 
 to sweat accumulation, maceration, irritation and rashes.
Young women who have not had children but want to remove  
excessive abdominal fat/skin bulge.
This is an operation done to improve the contour or shape of the tummy,  
waist and hips. It involves 2 steps, the first being liposuction, in which fat  Men who desire a better abdominal contour.
cells are sucked out from under the skin and the second step involves  
re-draping and removal of excess skin after suitably tightening the  Persons diagnosed with abdominal/umbilical/incisional hernias will  
abdominal muscles (if required). The belly button may be repositioned  also benefit from this procedure as it can be performed along with the  
during this operation. repair of the hernia.
How much time will the surgery take?
Depending upon your requirements, the surgery can take between 3-6  
Will there be a visible scar? hours during which you will be under general anaesthesia.
Yes, all surgeries result in scars.  Using globally established,  
popular methods of incision placement and with our experience,  Further details and options can be discussed with us during consultations  
you will be left with a fine linear scar which can be easily hidden  prior to surgery. A soft tube may be placed at the operative site to drain  
below your undergarments. Over a period of time, the scars will  excess fluid post-operatively and will be removed by us when the draining 
soften and merge with the surrounding skin.  fluid is minimal.
However, they are visible as thin white lines. In rare cases, the  
scars may thicken and become rope like (hypertrophic scars)  
which may require further treatment.
How many days of  Will there be any complications?
hospital stay is required? With proper planning and our strict adherence to patient safety,  
complications will be rare. However, postsurgical collection of blood/fluid 
Our patients are usually walking around by the evening of the  under the skin, some fluid discharge from the wound, gaping of the 
 surgery, if they feel comfortable. We recommend staying for wound  and infection are some of the known complications of this 
 at least 2-3 days following surgery. surgery. Details  will be discussed during the consultations.
How long will my result last after surgery?
It will last you for life; provided you are able to maintain a regular diet and 
 exercise protocol, as before your surgery.
When can one resume 
 work life?
Light household work can be commenced  
within 7 days of surgery. However for
(variable) after surgery. Gymming/lifting  
heavy weights may be resumed safely after  
4-5 weeks.
Disclaimer
The information included in this brochure is intended as general information only. It is not  
meant to replace a consultation with your doctor. Always speak to your doctor for 
personalized  medical advice.
P. D. Hinduja 
Marg
11th Road, Khar (W), Mumbai-400 052.
For Appointments: 022 4510 8989 /  6154 
8989
For Emergency: 022 2646 9911 /  6174 6099
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