Optimizing Abdominal Contours: A Novel Approach to Abdominoplasty.

Aesthetic plastic surgery 2026 Vol.50(4) p. 1571-1577

Arab K, Alsuhaim A, Alkhwild LA, Alsubhi MN, Alwathnani YK, Altalhah AM

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Abstract

[BACKGROUND] Abdominal contour deformities are a common concern for individuals seeking body reshaping procedures, often driven by cosmetic dissatisfaction and functional impairments associated with skin laxity, muscle diastasis, and excess adiposity. Traditional abdominoplasty techniques have evolved to address these anatomical challenges, yet optimizing both aesthetic outcomes and minimizing surgical morbidity remains a central goal in plastic surgery.

[METHODS] This study presents a refined abdominoplasty technique that emphasizes precise preoperative planning, preservation of vascular integrity, and layered anatomic enhancement to improve surgical outcomes. The approach begins with strategic preoperative markings while the patient is standing, allowing for accurate delineation of the midline, ASIS landmarks, and liposuction zones. Intraoperatively, liposuction is limited to lateral regions to preserve central perforators, followed by a lower transverse incision and cephalad dissection up to the umbilicus. A vertical midline incision facilitates full mobilization of the abdominal flap. Two-layer rectus plication is performed using looped Ethilon sutures to reinforce the abdominal wall from xiphoid to pubis. A key modification in this technique is the use of a fascio-dermal (Stratafix®) suture extending along the midline from the xiphoid to the umbilicus, which enhances definition of the linea alba and contributes to a more athletic abdominal contour. Umbilicoplasty is then performed by anchoring the rectus fascia to the umbilical stalk and creating a V-shaped incision in the abdominal flap to ensure natural umbilical positioning. Layered closure is completed with the patient in flexion, and two closed-suction drains are placed.

[RESULTS] This technique prioritizes both functional restoration and aesthetic refinement through targeted soft tissue management, preservation of key anatomical structures, and three-dimensional contouring.

[CONCLUSION] It offers a reliable, reproducible approach adaptable to a range of patient presentations, especially those requiring improved muscle definition and natural umbilical aesthetics without extensive undermining.

[LEVEL OF EVIDENCE V] This journal requires that authors assign a level of evidence to each article. For a full description of these Evidence-Based Medicine ratings, please refer to the Table of Contents or the online Instructions to Authors www.springer.com/00266 .

추출된 의학 개체 (NER)

유형영어 표현한국어 / 풀이UMLS CUI출처등장
시술 abdominoplasty 복부성형술 dict 3
시술 liposuction 지방흡입 dict 2
시술 flap 피판재건술 dict 2
해부 xiphoid scispacy 1
해부 fascio-dermal scispacy 1
해부 natural umbilical scispacy 1
해부 soft tissue scispacy 1
해부 skin scispacy 1
해부 muscle scispacy 1
해부 lateral scispacy 1
해부 cephalad scispacy 1
합병증 umbilicus scispacy 1
합병증 abdominal flap scispacy 1
합병증 abdominal wall scispacy 1
합병증 pubis scispacy 1
합병증 abdominal scispacy 1
합병증 Abdominal Contours scispacy 1
합병증 ASIS landmarks scispacy 1
합병증 liposuction zones scispacy 1
합병증 perforators scispacy 1
약물 [BACKGROUND] Abdominal contour scispacy 1
기타 linea alba scispacy 1
기타 rectus fascia scispacy 1
기타 vascular scispacy 1
기타 patient scispacy 1
기타 midline scispacy 1

MeSH Terms

Humans; Abdominoplasty; Female; Esthetics; Abdominal Wall; Lipectomy; Adult; Treatment Outcome; Male; Middle Aged; Cohort Studies; Risk Assessment

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