Abdominal suspension during massive panniculectomy: A novel technique and review of the literature Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery Open Graf, Alexander, et al. "Abdominal suspension during massive panniculectomy: A novel technique and review of the literature." JPRAS Open 8 (2016): 23-28.
Date
06/30/2016Abstract
Panniculectomy performed in patients with morbid obesity before or after massive
weight loss improves body contour, incidence of soft tissue infection and overall functional
status. However, obtaining adequate surgical exposure remains one of the most critical and
challenging aspects of the procedure. We present the case of a 75-year-old veteran who
underwent successful panniculectomy using a novel technique of abdominal suspension
that is easier, more effective and less costly than previously used alternatives.
Author List
Alexander Graf, Kai Yang, Kristen Klement, Nicholas Kim, Hani MatloubAuthor
Kristen Ann Klement MD Associate Professor in the Plastic Surgery department at Medical College of WisconsinView Online
