The Impact of Abdominal Body Contouring Surgery on Physical Function After a Massive Weight Loss (BCSP)

These are surgeries that correct for excess skin and its adverse consequences. The surgeries that focus on central area to remove a large hanging pannus is usually called panniculectomies or abdominoplasties; the former is focused on the excision of excess tissue to relieve impairment while the latter is generally considered a cosmetic surgery. The form of the surgery is case dependent and can range from removing apron of skin to complete contouring of the abdomen with tightening of the abdominal muscle and moving the belly button.