Full Body Lift
Full Body Lift
Circumferential reshaping of the abdomen, flanks and lower back
How it works
A full body lift is a surgical procedure intended for extensive excess skin and abdominal fat, particularly after bariatric surgery or major weight loss when residual skin folds are present.
The operation is performed with the patient in both prone and supine positions so that the full body circumference can be treated. It combines abdominoplasty with a buttock lift and creates a low scar around the waist.
At the front, skin and fat are removed from the umbilical level to the pubic region and the umbilicus is repositioned. At the back, skin and fat above the buttocks are excised; some fat may be preserved to improve buttock projection.
The described benefits include removal of folds and marks located in the excised skin, improvement of the anterior and posterior contour, optional complementary flank liposuction, repair of abdominal muscle laxity, rejuvenation of the pubic region, improved buttock projection and a mild lifting effect on the outer thighs.
The best results are expected in patients who have lost weight or are close to their ideal weight rather than in marked obesity. Muscle plication, preservation of the infraumbilical Scarpa fascia and Baroudi quilting sutures may be used to reduce seroma formation and postoperative drainage.
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Frequently asked questions
Answers to common questions about a Full Body Lift, based on the clinical information on this page.
What is a Full Body Lift designed to improve?
It improves the contour of the lower trunk through 360°, including the abdomen, flanks and lower back.
Who may be suitable for this operation?
It is particularly intended for extensive excess skin and fat, often after major weight loss or bariatric surgery. Results are generally better when weight is stable and close to the ideal range.
How is the surgery performed?
The patient is positioned both prone and supine so that the entire circumference of the lower trunk can be treated.
Which operations are combined in a Full Body Lift?
The procedure combines abdominoplasty with a buttock lift.
What is done to the front of the abdomen?
Skin and fat are removed from the umbilical level to the pubic region, and the umbilicus is repositioned.
What is done around the buttocks?
Skin and fat above the buttocks are excised. Some fat may be preserved to improve buttock projection.
What changes can the procedure achieve?
It can remove skin folds and marks within the excised tissue, improve the front and back contour, repair abdominal muscle laxity, improve buttock projection and create a mild lifting effect on the outer thighs.
Are techniques used to reduce seroma formation?
Preservation of the infraumbilical Scarpa fascia and Baroudi quilting sutures may be used to reduce seroma rates and postoperative drainage.
How long does surgery take and which anaesthesia is used?
The stated operating time is approximately 3 to 4 hours and the procedure is performed under general anaesthesia.
Can other procedures be performed at the same time?
Liposuction and fat grafting, also known as lipofilling, may be associated with the operation.
Where are the scars located?
The main scar is low and horizontal, crossing the lower abdomen and continuing around the hips to the buttock crease. The repositioned umbilicus also has a surrounding scar.
How long is the hospital stay?
The usual hospital stay is 1 to 2 days.
When can work and exercise be resumed?
Return to work is generally possible after 1 to 3 weeks, depending on physical demands. Exercise is usually resumed after 6 weeks.
What postoperative care is recommended?
A compressive abdominal garment is used. Lymphatic drainage performed by experienced professionals may begin a few days after surgery.
What are the main risks and how long does the result last?
Possible problems include pain, swelling, bruising, temporary sensory changes, seroma and wound-healing difficulties. Haematoma, infection, excessive scarring and pulmonary thromboembolism are less common or more serious risks. Results are long-lasting if there are no major weight changes or subsequent pregnancies.
This information is general and does not replace an individual medical assessment.
