The abdominoplasty or abdominal lipectomy is a procedure in which the sagging skin from the abdominal area is surgically removed to get rid of bulging abdomen or apron.

This procedure is design for people in whom weight changes have stretched the skin in a way that it cannot retract.
Abdominoplasty, known more commonly as a "tummy tuck," removes excess skin and fat from the middle and lower abdomen and tightens the muscles of the abdominal wall. The procedure can dramatically reduce the appearance of a protruding abdomen. But, bear in mind, it does produce a permanent scar, which, depending on the extent of the original problem and the surgery required to correct it, can extend from hip to hip.
After your surgery you will stay one night or more for observation before you can return to the hotel.  After surgery you will have a compression garment provided by your surgeon that you must wear for 4 to 8 weeks, depending on the case. This will keep the tissue in the proper location as it heals.
Antibiotics will be prescribed to prevent infection. You will also be given pain medication (to be used during the first days following your surgery).

• Procedure: Flatten abdomen by removing excess fat and skin and tightening muscles of abdominal wall.
• Length: 2 to 5 hours.
• Anesthesia: General, or local with sedation.
• In/Outpatient: Either depending on individual circumstances and extent of surgery.
• Side Effects: Temporary pain. Swelling, soreness, numbness of abdominal skin, bruising, tiredness for several weeks or months.
• Risks: Blood clots. Infection. Bleeding under the skin flap. Poor healing resulting in conspicuous scarring or skin loss. Need for a second operation.