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| | Dr. Koop - Abdominoplasty- Health Encyclopedia and Reference |
 | | The goal of the surgery is to remove a section of skin, or of skin-plus-fat, in such a way as to be able to pull together the remaining outside edges and stitch them together without undue tension, while still preserving normal bodily features as much as possible. | | | You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. | | | The common nickname for this procedure, "tummy tuck", which removes excess sagging skin from the abdomen, belies the fact that it is major surgery normally done under general anesthesia. |
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