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Panniculectomy

Hello all I was recently approved for a Panniculectomy code 15830 Excision,excessive skin and subcutaneous tissue ( includes lipectomy) abdomen,infraumbilical panniculetomy has any one had this procedure ? I'm not understanding all the medical terms

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    • Berry78
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      Excision means to be cut off Subcutaneous tissue means stuff that's under the skin Lipectomy means cutting out the fatty layer that is attached to the skin Infraumbilical means below th

    • Berry78
      Berry78

      My MIL had this done. She had a HUGE flap that was removed.. 30lbs! They did remove her bellybutton, but either way the scar will be similar. It'll be horizontal (probably will curve up some), righ

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      terryjones

      Would anyone who's had this procedure share pictures I'm really concerned about the fat above the belly button that won't be touch. unfortunately I can't afford to do a Tummy Tuck ... I had my weight

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    check out realself.com for before and afters. Generally, if you want a cosmetic result you will need a tummy tuck. My doctor said patients are often disappointed by panni only as it is just the apron removal. that is it. it is intended to resolve infections/mobility issues etc, not to improve cosmetic appearance.

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    Sjfink May I ask where you got your surgery in Seattle?




    I had my surgeries (I also had breast & inner thigh lifts) with Dr Eric Harris at Eviva. I'm debating whether I want to do my arms & upper back, but after having 3 surgeries in 2 1/2 months, I'm just focusing on working out again (with all of the recovery time, I couldn't exercise for over 4 months).


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