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In the Industry Vocabulary Test
brachioplasty
Pronunciation: BRAY-kee-oh-plas-tee
Surgical procedure to remove excess skin and fat from the upper arms.
Full Definition
Brachioplasty, commonly known as an arm lift, is a surgical procedure designed to reshape and provide improved contour to the upper arms by removing excess skin and fat. The procedure typically involves an incision from the armpit to the elbow along the inner or back surface of the arm. It is often sought by patients who have experienced significant weight loss or aging-related skin laxity.
Usage
Usage note: Always lowercase unless beginning a sentence. Distinguish from brachialgia (arm pain).
In Context
- "The patient requested brachioplasty consultation due to significant skin redundancy following bariatric surgery." — surgical consultation note
- "Brachioplasty results showed excellent contour improvement with minimal scarring at six months post-operative." — follow-up report
Also known as
arm lift
upper arm lift
Don't confuse with
brachialgia
brachytherapy