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Plastic Surgery in INDIA |
| Abdominoplasty |
| Procedure
: |
Abdominoplasty,
known more commonly as a "tummy tuck," is a major surgical
procedure to remove excess skin and fat from the middle and lower
abdomen and to tighten the muscles of the abdominal wall that may
accumulate after pregnancy, obesity or age. |
| Length
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2 to 5 hours. |
| Anesthesia
: |
General or local with sedation. |
| In/Outpatient
: |
It may be performed on an
outpatient basis. But in case, drains have been placed, it is suggested
to stay as an inpatient till they are removed on the 5th to 7th day. |
| Side
Effects : |
Temporary pain. Swelling,
soreness, numbness of abdominal skin, bruising, tiredness for several
weeks or months. |
| Risks
: |
Bleeding, infection and reactions
to anesthesia Poor healing resulting in conspicuous scarring or skin
loss. Need for a second operation. |
| Recovery
: |
Back to work: 2 to 4 weeks.
More strenuous activity: 4 to 6 weeks or more. Fading and flattening
of scars: 3 months to 2 years. |
Breast Enlargement (Augmentation Mammaplasty)
|
| Procedure
: |
Breast
augmentation, technically known as augmentation mammoplasty, is a
surgical procedure to enhance the size and shape of a woman's breast
for a number of reasons. |
| Length
: |
1 to 2 hours. |
| Anesthesia
: |
Local with sedation, or general. |
| In/Outpatient
: |
Usually outpatient. |
| Side
Effects : |
Temporary soreness, swelling,
change in nipple sensation, bruising. Breast sensitive to stimulation
for a few weeks. |
| Risks
: |
Breast augmentation is comparatively
straightforward. But as with any operation, there are risks associated
with surgery and specific complications associated with this procedure.
Surgical removal or replacement of the implants may be required to
treat problems, including: deflation; the formation of scar tissue
around the implant (capsular contracture), which may cause the breast
to feel tight or stiff; infection or bleeding. Increase or decrease
in sensitivity of nipples or breast skin, occasionally permanent.
Mammography requires a special technique. (Note: Some women have reported
symptoms similar to those of immune disorders. Ask your doctor about
these and other FDA concerns.)
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| Recovery
: |
Back to work: a few days.
Physical contact with breasts: 3 to 4 weeks. Fading of scars: several
months to a year or more. |
Duration
of
Results :
|
Variable. Implants may require
removal or replacement. |
| Breast Lift (Mastopexy) |
| Procedure
: |
The breasts
often lose their shape and firmness and begin to sag as the skin loses
its elasticity. Breastlift, or mastopexy, is a surgical procedure
to raise and reshape sagging breasts--at least, for a time. (No surgery
can permanently delay the effects of gravity.) It can also reduce
the size of the areola, the darker skin surrounding the nipple. |
| Length
: |
1 to 3 hours. |
| Anesthesia
: |
Local with sedation, or general. |
| In/Outpatient
: |
Usually outpatient. Sometimes
inpatient. |
| Side
Effects : |
Swelling.Temporary bruising
numbness, dry breast skin. Permanent scars. Discomfort. |
| Risks
: |
Skin loss, infection. Unevenly
positioned nipples. Thick, wide scars; Permanent loss of feeling in
nipples or breast. |
| Recovery
: |
Back to work : 1 week or more.
Strenuous activities: 1 month. Fading of scars: several months to
a year. |
Duration
of
Results :
|
Gravity, pregnancy, Variable;
aging, and weight changes may cause new sagging. Results may last
longer or be enhanced when breast implants are inserted as part of
the procedure. |
| Male Breast Reduction (Gynecomastia) |
| Procedure
: |
Cutting
out excess glandular tissue / or Reduce enlarged, female-like breast
in men using liposuction and. (Sometimes covered by medical insurance.) |
| Length
: |
1 hour or more. |
| Anesthesia
: |
General or local. |
| In/Outpatient
: |
Usually outpatient. |
| Side
Effects : |
Temporary bruising, swelling,
numbness, soreness, burning sensation. |
| Risks
: |
Rippling or bagginess of skin.
Infection. Fluid accumulation. Injury to the skin. Asymmetry. Pigmentation
changes (may become permanent if exposed to sun). Excessive scarring
if tissue was cut away. Need for second procedure to remove additional
tissue. |
| Recovery
: |
Back to work : 3 to 7 days.
More strenuous activity : 2 to 3 weeks. Swelling and bruising: 3 to
6 months. |
Duration
of
Results :
|
Permanent. |
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