Tummy tuck in Central Hospital

A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, at Central Hospital in Istanbul removes excess skin and tightens abdominal muscles. The procedure is performed at the hospital’s dedicated Aesthetic Clinic in the Besiktas district. This surgery is ideal for patients with sagging skin after pregnancy or significant weight loss. It helps create a flatter abdominal profile through an internal corset effect.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Majid İsmayilzada performs these surgeries using modern surgical techniques. The hospital has operated since 1990 and uses high-resolution endoscopic equipment and 3D body scanning systems. These tools help the surgical team plan the procedure with high precision. During the operation, the surgeon makes a horizontal incision between the hip bones. This incision is placed low so it remains hidden within the underwear or swimsuit line.

Procedure Options and Methods

The surgical plan depends on the amount of excess skin and muscle separation. The medical team offers three main approaches:

• Full abdominoplasty involving navel repositioning for significant skin sagging.
• Mini abdominoplasty without a navel incision for patients with minor issues below the belly button.
• Combination surgery with liposuction to shape the waist and abdomen at the same time.

Hospital Stay and Safety

The surgery takes about 2-3 hours under general anesthesia. Patients typically stay in the hospital for 1-2 days for monitoring. Safety measures include using leg compression devices and blood-thinning medication to reduce the risk of blood clots. Drains are used to remove excess fluid and usually stay in place for 2-7 days.

Recovery and Follow-up Care

The healing process follows a structured timeline to support patient health. Patients start short walks and a liquid diet on the first day. A special abdominal corset must be worn for about 4-6 weeks to support the new contours. Desk work can usually resume after 10-14 days. Stitches are removed during the same period. Patients should avoid straining their abdominal muscles for about 8 weeks and can start light exercise after 4-6 weeks. Follow-up appointments occur at the end of the first week, first month, and third month.

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