Brachioplasty
Brachioplasty
Brachioplasty (pronounced: brah-kee-oh-plas-tee) is a surgical procedure that reshapes the upper arm to tighten loose skin and remove fat that often creates a "bat wing" appearance under the arm. The procedure is often performed on patients who have experienced significant weight loss resulting in excess sagging skin.
Etymology
The term "Brachioplasty" is derived from the Greek words "brachion" meaning arm, and "plassein" which means to form or mold.
Procedure
The surgery involves an incision made from the elbow to the armpit, sometimes extending onto the side of the chest. Through this incision, excess skin and fat are removed. The remaining skin is then sutured together resulting in a more toned and proportionate appearance.
Related Terms
- Liposuction: A surgical procedure used to remove fat deposits.
- Mastopexy: A surgical procedure to raise and reshape sagging breasts.
- Rhytidectomy: A surgical procedure commonly known as a facelift.
- Abdominoplasty: A surgical procedure often referred to as a "tummy tuck".
- Plastic Surgery: A surgical specialty involving the restoration, reconstruction, or alteration of the human body.
Risks and Complications
Like any surgical procedure, Brachioplasty carries some risks. These may include infection, bleeding, poor wound healing, changes in skin sensation, scarring, and anesthesia risks.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Brachioplasty
- Wikipedia's article - Brachioplasty
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