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1. Lipo-Abdominoplasty TummyTuck Look much fitter. Feel a lotyounger. P. D. Hinduja Hospital, Kharintroduces TheCosmetic Clinic

2. Who is this procedurefor? Anypersonwhodesiresimprovementintheshapeofthetorso(abdomen, waist and hips) for whatever reason is a good candidate to undergo this procedure.Typically: What isLIPO-ABDOMINOPLASTY (TummyTuck)? Women who have had one or more pregnancies, whose family is complete and who desire removal of stretch marks and a pre-pregnancy like flattummy. Morbidlyobesepersons(menandwomen)withexcessiveskinhanging fromtheabdomen(panniculus)thatobstructsdailyactivitiesand leads to sweat accumulation, maceration, irritation andrashes. Young women who have not had children but want to remove excessive abdominal fat/skinbulge. Thisis anoperationdonetoimprovethecontourorshapeofthetummy, waist and hips. It involves 2 steps, the first being liposuction, in whichfat cells are sucked out from under the skin and the second step involves re-draping and removal of excess skin after suitably tightening the abdominal muscles (if required). The belly button may be repositioned during thisoperation. Men who desire a better abdominalcontour. Persons diagnosed with abdominal/umbilical/incisional hernias will alsobenefitfromthisprocedureasitcanbeperformedalongwiththe repair of thehernia.

3. How much time willthe surgery take? Depending upon your requirements, the surgery can take between 3-6 hoursduringwhichyouwillbeundergeneralanaesthesia. Will there be a visiblescar? Yes, all surgeries result in scars. Using globally established, popular methods of incision placement and with ourexperience, you will be left with a fine linear scar which can be easily hidden below your undergarments. Over a period of time, the scars will soften and merge with the surroundingskin. Further details and options can be discussed with us duringconsultations prior to surgery. A soft tube may be placed at the operative site to drain excessfluidpost-operativelyandwillberemovedbyuswhenthedraining fluid isminimal. However, they are visible as thin white lines. In rare cases, the scars may thicken and become rope like (hypertrophic scars) which may require furthertreatment.

4. Will there be anycomplications? With proper planningand our strict adherence to patient safety, complicationswillberare.However,postsurgicalcollectionofblood/fluid undertheskin,somefluiddischargefromthewound,gapingofthewound andinfectionaresomeoftheknowncomplicationsofthissurgery.Details willbediscussedduringtheconsultations. How many days of hospital stay isrequired? Ourpatientsareusuallywalkingaroundbytheeveningofthe surgery, if they feel comfortable. We recommend staying for at least 2-3 days followingsurgery. How long will my result last aftersurgery? Itwilllastyouforlife;providedyouareabletomaintainaregulardietand exercise protocol, as before yoursurgery. When can oneresume worklife? Light household work can be commenced within7 days of surgery. Howeverfor (variable) aftersurgery. Gymming/lifting heavy weights may be resumed safely after 4-5weeks. Disclaimer The information included in this brochure is intended as general information only. It is not meanttoreplaceaconsultationwithyourdoctor.Alwaysspeaktoyourdoctorforpersonalized medicaladvice.

5. LinkingRoad Madhu Park S. V.Road KharStation 11thRoad P. D. HindujaMarg KharTelephone Exchange 11th Road, Khar (W), Mumbai-400052. For Appointments: 022 4510 8989 /6154 8989 For Emergency: 022 2646 9911 /6174 6099 www.hindujahospital.com/khar