Tummy Tuck

Procedure	Removing excess of fat and skin; and tightening muscles of the abdominal wall
duration	2 - 5 hours
Anaesthesia	General, or local with sedation
In/Outpatient	Both depending on individual circumstances
Medical Insurance	Usually not covered
Side Effects	Transitory swelling, tenderness, numbness of abdominal skin and bruising Tiredness for several weeks or months.
Risks	Blood clots. Infection. Bleeding under the skin flap. Poor healing resulting in noticeable scarring or skin loss. Need for a second operation.
Recovery	BACK TO WORK: 2 to 4 weeks. MORE ARDUOUS ACTIVITY: 4 to 6 weeks or more. FADING OF SCARS: 3 months to 2 years.
Results	According to the life style results can be permanent