Rib Removal
Specialized cosmetic surgery removing portions of lower floating ribs to create narrower waistline and hourglass figure.
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About Rib Removal
Costectomy typically removes 11th and 12th floating ribs through small back incisions. Alternative rib repositioning techniques offer similar results with lower risk. Provides permanent waist circumference reduction of 1-3 inches.
Key Information
Cost Range
₹1190000 - ₹2500000
Recovery Time
2-6 weeks return to normal activities, 4-6 months full recovery, 1-3 months compression garment
Results Duration
None
Procedure Types
Standard
Who Can Perform This Procedure?
Rib Removal should be performed by qualified doctors specializing in:
- Body Contouring
- Plastic Surgery
- Reconstructive Surgery
Procedure Details
Performed under general anesthesia, 2-2.5 hours surgery time. Small 3-5cm incisions in back, careful rib removal preserving nerves, immediate compression garment placement. Hospital stay 1-2 days typically required.
Procedure Types
Standard
A variation of Rib Removal
Procedure Duration
Surgery Time
1-3 hours
Hospital Stay
Outpatient procedure
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Ideal Candidates
Thin patients seeking dramatic waist narrowing when traditional methods unsuccessful, realistic expectations, excellent health, understanding of risks and permanence.
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Recovery Process
None
Benefits
Permanent results, dramatic waist reduction, 7.7% average waist-to-hip ratio decrease, creates hourglass silhouette, ribs do not grow back
Risks
Nerve damage, chronic pain, infection, lung/organ injury, chest wall instability, permanent/irreversible procedure, controversial safety profile
Important Note
All surgical procedures carry risks. Discuss your specific concerns with your doctor before making any decisions.
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