14/08/2026
Procedure: Corset Abdominoplasty for Massive Weight Loss (MBS 30177).
Time between images: Photos shown are pre-operative and 3 months post-operative. The scar is still a bit pink (which is normal for 3 months) and should fade to white by 12 months post-operative.
Recovery: Generally returning to work from 3 weeks (depending on role, Light exercise from 4 weeks and full recovery by 8 weeks.
Hours in Surgery: 4 hours.
Hospital stay: 2 – 4 nights.
Patient : 55 year old female with a pre operative weight loss of 47.5kgs.
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Dr Gavin Sandercoe MED0001182300
Registered medical practitioner - Specialist Plastic Surgeon
Sydney, Australia