ASPS Plastic Surgery SNIPS Module: Risk Assessment and Prevention of Abdominoplasty Complications Course
Keyword(s)
R. Brannon Claytor MD FACS, abdominoplasty, mini tummy tuck, modified float, etiology, excess adipose tissue, excess abdominal skin, excess lipodystrophy, abdominoplasty techniques, abdominoplasty complications, abdominoplasty contraindications, breast cancer and abdominoplasty
Description
This SNIP addresses some questions about topics that are useful when assessing prospective patients that are looking for an abdominoplasty. As a surgeon, it is critical to understand the potential complications and outcomes for each individual abdominoplasty patient. Maximal knowledge of abdominoplasties allows for proper prospective patient education, surgery preparation and technique choice, as well as optimal medical and aesthetic outcomes.