Endoscopic Tummy Tuck

For swellings and sagging in the abdominal area after childbirth, especially noticeable when bending forward Endoscopic Tummy Tuck it is an ideal technique. Unlike classical surgery, this method aims to repair the abdominal wall from the inside without long incisions.

What is endoscopic tummy tuck?

The pair of muscles forming the front abdominal wall, called “rectus,” can separate due to childbirth or structural reasons. This condition is called “Diastasis” (Abdominal Muscle Separation). In individuals with diastasis, the lower abdomen bulges more due to insufficient support for the internal organs. This bulge does not correct with exercise; because the problem is not regional fat accumulation but the displacement of muscles. Endoscopic tummy tuck; is a minimally invasive method that repairs only the muscles without cutting and removing the skin in patients with muscle laxity but no excess skin.

How is endoscopic tummy tuck surgery performed?

The procedure can be performed under general anesthesia or epidural anesthesia in suitable patients. Unlike the classical method, large incisions are not made. Through the cesarean scar or bikini area tiny 3-4 mm entries, are made with thin cannulas equipped with cameras called telescopes. Starting from the stomach area, all loosened abdominal muscles are tightened and joined at the midline (internal corset technique).

Does tummy tuck surgery leave scars?

The biggest advantage of endoscopic tummy tuck is being “scarless” or having “invisible scars.” Unlike in classical tummy tuck, a long incision scar extending from hip to hip does not form. Only a few millimeter (3-4 mm) entry holes are used for the camera and instruments to enter. These entries are usually hidden within the bikini area or made over an existing old cesarean scar, so no noticeable scar remains when viewed from the outside.

What are the differences with other techniques?

The endoscopic method, which we apply in our clinic Scarpa Tummy Tuck the most fundamental differences that separate it from the technique are as follows:

• Minimal Scar: Millimetric entries are used instead of long incisions.
• Navel is Preserved: The position of the navel is not changed or incised around it.
• Skin is Not Removed: This method is not for those with skin sagging, but only for those with muscle laxity.
• Fast Recovery: The healing process is much faster because tissue damage is minimal.

Difference Between Full Tummy Tuck and Mini Tummy Tuck

To understand the endoscopic method, it is necessary to know other techniques as well:

• Full Tummy Tuck: Excess skin and fat both below and above the navel are removed. The position of the navel is changed. There is a noticeable incision scar.
• Mini Tummy Tuck: Only the navel's underneath intervention is made to the area. The position of the belly button does not change. The incision scar is shorter.
• Endoscopic Tummy Tuck (Our Method): No skin is removed. Only internal muscle repair is done. It is scarless. It is the only solution for those who do not have excess skin but have bloating like a “pregnant belly.”.

Who is suitable for this operation?

This operation is ideal for patients who do not have severe skin sagging, have good skin elasticity, but cannot get rid of the “pregnant belly” appearance due to abdominal muscle separation (Diastasis Recti). If you also have excess skin, instead of the endoscopic method Lipoabdominoplasty or Full Tummy Tuck should be preferred.

How is the healing process?

After endoscopic tummy tuck surgery, the patient can usually return home the same day or the next day. The use of drains is often not necessary. Return to social life is quite rapid; there are no restrictions except for sports and activities requiring heavy physical exertion. To maintain the new shape of the abdominal wall, approximately 3 weeks of corset use is recommended.

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