Recovery Time for Post-Bariatric Surgery
Because any surgical procedure carries certain
risks and possible complications, you should
discuss the procedure in detail with Dr.Tavoussi.After
surgery, most people return to their jobs
in three weeks.
The results of body lift are usually long
lasting if you keep your weight under control
and exercise.
The resulting scar is situated very low
and can be covered with underwear or swimsuit.
See before & after pictures.
* This procedure may take 3 to 4 weeks
to recover from
* Some surgeons prefer to use compression
garments
* Most patients may be instructed to walk
bent at the waist for a week
* Usually patients will have drains, plastic
tubes that drain blood and body fluids,
from the areas that were operated on. They
will stay in place for a variable amount
of time, from a few days to weeks
* The final results may not be apparent
until all swelling has resolved which may
take up to a year for this type of procedure
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