What is another word for abdominoplasty?
Pronunciation: [abdˈɒmɪnˌɒplɐsti] (IPA) 
Abdominoplasty is a surgical procedure that involves removal of excess skin and fat from the abdominal area. Many people also refer to this surgery as a tummy tuck. However, there are several synonyms for the word abdominoplasty. These include panniculectomy, apronectomy, and ventral hernia repair. Panniculectomy is a procedure that removes the overhanging skin and fatty tissue from the lower abdomen. Apronectomy is similar to panniculectomy but involves removing a larger portion of the skin and tissue from the abdomen. Ventral hernia repair is a surgical procedure that involves repairing the abdominal wall and reinforcing it with a mesh. Regardless of the synonym used, the goal of the surgery is to create a smoother, flatter abdominal area.
