A body lift<\/strong>, also known as circular dermolipectomy<\/strong>, is a surgical procedure designed to remove excess skin and fat around the abdomen and lower back<\/strong> following massive weight loss<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the recovery can be intensive, the transformation of the body’s silhouette is often dramatic<\/strong> and highly rewarding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Is a Body Lift?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Massive weight loss\u2014whether through dieting<\/strong> or bariatric surgery<\/strong> (gastric band, sleeve gastrectomy, or bypass)\u2014can leave the skin overstretched and unable to retract naturally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This results in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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• A sagging abdominal apron<\/strong> that may cover the pubic area<\/li>\n\n\n\n
• Ptosis (drooping)<\/strong> of the buttocks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

  The body lift procedure<\/strong> addresses both areas by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Tightening<\/strong> abdominal skin downward<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Lifting<\/strong> the buttocks upward<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Surgeons remove a circular strip of skin<\/strong>, usually 20\u201330 cm in height<\/strong>, to reshape the torso.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    How the Procedure Is Performed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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    1. Surgery begins with the patient lying face down<\/strong> to treat the back and buttocks<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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       • Extensive liposuction<\/strong> is performed to remove fat and preserve the deep lymphatic network<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
       • A flap of tissue<\/strong> may be repositioned to reshape the upper buttocks<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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         1. The patient is then turned face up<\/strong> to perform a full abdominoplasty (tummy tuck)<\/strong> after additional liposuction.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

            Total duration<\/strong> of surgery: approximately 4 to 5 hours<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Practical Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

            Preparation:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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            • Stable weight<\/strong> for at least 6 months<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Body Mass Index (BMI)<\/strong> must be under 30<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • No smoking<\/strong> for at least 1 month prior<\/strong> to surgery<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Any iron or vitamin deficiencies<\/strong> (often linked to bariatric surgery) must be corrected beforehand<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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              • Anesthesiology consultation<\/strong> at least 15 days before surgery<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Additional specialist evaluations (e.g., cardiology) may be required<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                • General anesthesia<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • 12-hour fasting<\/strong> period before surgery<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • A urinary catheter<\/strong> is inserted during anesthesia and removed the following day<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Average hospital stay<\/strong>: 3 to 5 days<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                  • Compression garments and anti-thrombosis stockings<\/strong> must be worn 24\/7 for 15 days<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • No sitting for the first 2 days<\/strong> to protect the gluteal incisions<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Scar care: ~15 days<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                    Return to work<\/strong> is possible after 2\u20133 weeks<\/p>\n\n\n\r\n\r\n

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                    What are the risks and complications?<\/h3>\r\n <\/summary>\r\n

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                    • Blood transfusion<\/strong> is needed in ~5% of cases<\/li>\n
                    • Phlebitis<\/strong> (blood clot in the leg) with potential for pulmonary embolism\n
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                      • Prevented through early mobilization, compression stockings, and heparin injections<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
                      • Hematoma<\/strong>: may require return to surgery<\/li>\n
                      • Lymphatic effusion<\/strong>: the most common complication; may require drainage and carries an infection risk<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/details>\r\n
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                        Is the body lift covered by French health insurance?<\/h3>\r\n <\/summary>\r\n

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                        Yes \u2014 if it follows massive weight loss<\/strong>, the procedure can be reimbursed.
                        \nA prior authorization<\/strong> request must be submitted to your insurance physician by your surgeon.
                        \nImportant: If you\u2019ve already had an abdominoplasty<\/strong>, the body lift will not be reimbursed.<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/details>\r\n

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                        How much does a body lift cost?<\/h3>\r\n <\/summary>\r\n

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                        • If covered by health insurance<\/strong>: Surgeon\u2019s fee is \u20ac8,000<\/strong>\n
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                          • A portion may be reimbursed by your private health insurance<\/strong> (mutuelle)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
                          • If not covered<\/strong>: Full procedure cost ranges from \u20ac10,000 to \u20ac12,000<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/details>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\n\n\n\n
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