Partial Abdominoplasty

Indicated for patients with moderate tissue excess, mainly sub-umbilical. Operative time: 1 to 2 hours. Limited scar, reduced skin undermining, faster return to activity.

Total Abdominoplasty

Indicated for more significant cutaneous and fatty excess, notably after pregnancy or significant weight loss. Operative time: 3 to 5 hours. Extended undermining, musculo-aponeurotic plication, low horizontal scar. Higher risk of seroma and skin suffering.

Application Modalities

• Spray or gel application on undermined tissue beds
• Application on the suture line at the end of the procedure
• Possibility of peri-scar injection post-operatively

The autologous nature of PRP eliminates any immunological risk. No exogenous adjuvant is introduced into the operative site.

Reduction of Seroma Risk

Seroma formation is one of the most frequent complications of total abdominoplasty, related to extensive undermining of tissue planes. Publications report a significant reduction in the incidence of post-operative seroma when using PRP gel, notably through stimulation of flap adhesion.

Improved Scar Quality

Platelet growth factors (PDGF, TGF-b, VEGF) stimulate fibroblast proliferation and collagen synthesis. Teams using PRP in this context report faster healing and a finer, less erythematous scar in the early phase.

Reduction of Haematomas

Peri-operative application of PRP gel contributes to local haemostatic consolidation, reducing the likelihood of haematoma formation in undermined spaces.

Skin Regeneration

Beyond surgical healing, growth factors contribute to improving the trophicity of the preserved skin flap: stimulation of microcirculation, reinforcement of the extracellular matrix, improvement of skin texture and tone.