Fleur-de-Lis Tummy Tuck

A Fleur-de-Lis Tummy Tuck is a form of abdominoplasty that uses an inverted-T or fleur-de-lis shaped incision pattern to remove excess skin and fat from both the vertical and horizontal dimensions of the abdomen. Unlike a standard tummy tuck, which typically uses a single horizontal lower abdominal incision, the fleur-de-lis approach adds a vertical midline incision so the surgeon can address excess tissue and laxity above and below the navel while also tightening the abdominal muscles for improved contour.

This technique is most often recommended for patients who have massive weight loss, significant abdominal skin redundancy, or complex contour deformities that cannot be corrected with a standard abdominoplasty. Recovery involves typical post-abdominoplasty care such as drains, activity restrictions, and scar management, and patients should understand that the procedure results in more extensive scarring in exchange for greater reshaping; potential complications include seroma, wound healing issues, infection, and changes in sensation.