F, 24. 225 lbs, (after consecutive babies) I have PCOS & have not been able to loose the weight. I have the dreaded mothers apron, it smacks loudly when I walk/jog/intercourse, I have trouble keeping it dry and not smelly (gross) it currently hangs to my pubic area. I have always been athletic (swimmer/life guard and played tennis) I know how to workout, but the fat is discouraging and embarrassing. Am I a candidate for this surgery/ a weight loss surgery? Any information would be appreciated!
February 18, 2019
Answer: Panniculectomy abdominoplasty extended abdominoplasty 360 lower bodylift Dear Mmg47,Thank you for your pictures. Based on your pictures and not a physical examination nor full medical history, I would suggest at minimum an extended abdominoplasty. A panniculectomy will only remove the hanging abdominal skin apron. It will not address the upper abdomen. You have a significant amount of fat in the upper abdomen. In addition, your rectus abdominus muscle or six-pack muscle is distended. This muscle needs to be tightened. This muscle cannot be tightened with a panniculectomy. Therefore, an extended abdominoplasty or tummy tuck would give you the best results. The panniculectomy would not. Sincerely, Dr. Katzen
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February 18, 2019
Answer: Panniculectomy abdominoplasty extended abdominoplasty 360 lower bodylift Dear Mmg47,Thank you for your pictures. Based on your pictures and not a physical examination nor full medical history, I would suggest at minimum an extended abdominoplasty. A panniculectomy will only remove the hanging abdominal skin apron. It will not address the upper abdomen. You have a significant amount of fat in the upper abdomen. In addition, your rectus abdominus muscle or six-pack muscle is distended. This muscle needs to be tightened. This muscle cannot be tightened with a panniculectomy. Therefore, an extended abdominoplasty or tummy tuck would give you the best results. The panniculectomy would not. Sincerely, Dr. Katzen
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December 5, 2014
Answer: Panniculectomy It is difficult to answer your question without a comprehensive examination. A consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon should help to determine if you are a candidate for a panniculectomy versus an abdominoplasty or other body contouring procedures. Best wishes.
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December 5, 2014
Answer: Panniculectomy It is difficult to answer your question without a comprehensive examination. A consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon should help to determine if you are a candidate for a panniculectomy versus an abdominoplasty or other body contouring procedures. Best wishes.
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