NIH MeSH · D061645Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques and Equipment

Abdominoplasty

Also known asAbdominoplasties · Panniculectomy · Panniculectomies

Definition

Surgical removal of excess abdominal skin and fat and tightening of the ABDOMINAL WALL. Abdominoplasty may include LIPECTOMY of INTRA-ABDOMINAL FAT, tightening of the ABDOMINAL MUSCLES, and re-creation of the UMBILICUS.

MeSH classification

  • E02.218.042
  • E04.617.025

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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D061645) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗