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Liposuction in Bangui: Recovery and Results

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Liposuction: a patient's abdomen and flanks before and after surgery before after
Stubborn local fat that diet and exercise don't shift. Your plan is set at the consultation

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of our patients

All cases are real patients. Faces and identifying details are hidden.

Abdomen and waist

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Liposuction of the abdomen and waist: before and after surgerybeforeafter
Liposuction of the abdomen and waist: before and after surgerybeforeafter
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Comparison

Liposuction techniques

We use two liposuction techniques: tumescent (classic) and VASER (ultrasound). Compare the goal, the indications and the anaesthesia to choose the right technique together with your surgeon.

Tumescent liposuction

A special solution loosens fat for removal through a thin cannula

Tumescent liposuction: abdomen and thighs before and after surgery

from $1,200

Main goal
Removal of local fat with minimal blood loss
When it is done
Abdomen, flanks, thighs, back, arms, chin
Anaesthesia and stay
Local or general anaesthesia, home the same day or after 1 day

VASER liposuction

Ultrasound breaks down fat cells before vacuum removal

VASER liposuction: a male patient before and after surgery

Price at consultation

Main goal
Defined muscle relief and body contouring
When it is done
Athletic abs and delicate areas
Anaesthesia and stay
Local or general anaesthesia, 1–4 hours of surgery

The benefits and recovery times shown are averaged for each technique and given for guidance: the scope of correction and rehabilitation depend on your anatomy and individual features, and the surgeon confirms them at the consultation.

At the consultation the surgeon draws up a plan for your case and explains how your liposuction will go.

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Body areas we treat

Several areas can be treated in a single operation, saving both recovery time and budget

  • Abdomen and waist

    The most requested area for women and men, often combined with abdominoplasty

  • Thighs (outer and inner)

    Fat “traps” that resist exercise

  • Back and lower back area

    Rolls that affect the back's silhouette

  • Arms and shoulder area

    A cosmetic issue seen in warm weather

  • Chin and neck

    A small volume with a fast result

  • Knees

    An area that needs careful, precise work

  • Chest (for men)

    Gynecomastia and pseudogynecomastia — the fat component

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Liposuction is not for everyone

If your case can be solved without surgery, the doctor will tell you so at the consultation — and you will not spend money for nothing.

Suitable

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  • Local fat that resists diet and exercise
  • Uneven subcutaneous fat
  • Disrupted body proportions
  • Silhouette changes after childbirth or weight loss
  • Fat component of gynecomastia in men
  • Good skin tone and elasticity

Not suitable

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  • Not yet 18
  • Pregnancy and the breastfeeding period
  • Endocrine obesity
  • Decompensated diabetes
  • Conditions affecting blood clotting
  • Serious heart, kidney or liver disease, cancer

Not sure the surgery is right for you?

Leave your number — the coordinator will call you back, and the surgeon will tell you whether liposuction suits you. No surgery booking needed.

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Prices

You know the price
before surgery

The final price is calculated individually after an examination and fixed in the contract.

Liposuction prices

  • First consultationFree
  • Flanks / waist liposuctionfrom $1,400
  • Thigh liposuction (outer)from $1,200
  • Thigh liposuction (inner)from $1,200
  • Torso liposuction: front abdominal wall, abdominal sides, lower backfrom $3,600
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Find out your liposuction plan and price

The surgeon assesses the fat deposits and skin tone, listens to your wishes and chooses the right technique.

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What the price includes

From preparation for surgery
to post-op check-ups.

  • All scheduled dressings
  • Scheduled post-op check-ups
  • A personal coordinator on call
  • Compression garments fitted on the day of surgery
  • A stay in a comfortable
    hospital ward with meals
  • Individual recommendations
    for recovery
  • Remote progress monitoring
    by photos

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How it works

From consultation —
to your new contour

An agreed treatment plan, careful monitoring after surgery and post-op check-ups.

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Consultation
and the surgical plan

The surgeon listens to your wishes, assesses the fat deposits and skin tone and rules out contraindications. A hormonal screening is also ordered — it helps predict the long-term result.

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Booking the date
of surgery

We reserve a surgery date for you: the deposit can be paid by card at the clinic or online by bank transfer. The terms are fixed in the contract for medical services

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Check-up before
surgery

Blood tests (complete count, coagulation panel, biochemistry, infections), an ECG, a chest X-ray and, if needed, a GP consultation. All tests can be done at the clinic with no waiting.

The surgical team during the operation4

Surgery

Marking the areas and fitting compression garments. Under local or general anaesthesia the surgeon removes fat through 3–5 mm micro-punctures — from 1 hour for small areas to 3–4 hours for a combined procedure.

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Waking up
and monitoring

With local anaesthesia you go home 3–4 hours after surgery; with general anaesthesia you stay one day in a comfortable ward under medical supervision.

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Recovery

Compression garments for 30–45 days. First changes show at 2 weeks, once swelling subsides; the final result forms in 3–6 months. Check-ups at 7 days, 3 and 6 months.

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The recovery period after liposuction

After tumescent liposuction, recovery is much shorter than after a conventional procedure. Most patients return to work within 7–10 days. In the first week, mild swelling and a raised temperature are possible — a normal response to surgery. Compression garments are worn for 30–45 days: they fix the new contours and speed up tissue recovery. In the first month, bathhouse, sauna, pool and intense sport are off-limits. For the best result and faster recovery we recommend lymphatic drainage massage, pressotherapy and a gradual return to activity. First visible changes show 2 weeks after surgery, when the main swelling subsides; the final result forms in 3–6 months.

Post-op check-ups

After 7 days, at 3 months and at 6 months. Until the end of the year, get a post-surgery consultation with your surgeon to review results and get more information, at the clinic's expense.

Advantages

Why patients choose City Medical Centre

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Just find out — you lose nothing

At the consultation we discuss your wishes and assess the fat deposits and skin tone. Before surgery an endocrinologist rules out hormonal causes of the fat deposits — this improves the long-term result.

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We stay with you after surgery

The surgeon follows your recovery and the new body contour at check-ups after 7 days, 3 and 6 months. Check-ups, dressings and aftercare advice are already included in the price of surgery.

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A beautiful contour that fits your figure

Tumescent and VASER techniques, micro-incisions of 3–5 mm and precise volume control. Our aim is a smooth contour that keeps the natural proportions of your body.

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Your schedule is our priority

We respect your time: we work 24/7, with easy booking and a personal approach — we adapt to your pace.

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Fixed prices

After the consultation the surgeon defines the areas and the scope of surgery, and you get a clear price fixed in the contract — no hidden extras.

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Round-the-clock care after surgery

With general anaesthesia recovery starts in a comfortable hospital ward under round-the-clock nursing care. The stay and meals are already included in the price.

FAQ

We answer what
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Liposuction in Bangui: price and what is included

Prices are in US dollars; the amount in brackets is an approximate conversion to XAF at the rate of 02.10.2026. The final price is fixed in your contract.

How much does liposuction in Bangui cost?

Prices start from $1,200 (≈ XAF 700,000) per area. The surgeon sets the final price at the free consultation, and it is fixed in the contract, with no hidden extras.

What is included in the price?

The operation under local or general anaesthesia and the surgeon's support throughout recovery. The price is per area and fixed in the contract.

How do I get my exact price?

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About liposuction for patients from Bangui

Two techniques are used. In tumescent liposuction a saline-based solution with lidocaine and adrenaline is injected first; it loosens fat and constricts vessels, so blood loss is minimal and there is almost no bruising. In VASER liposuction ultrasound breaks down fat cells before vacuum removal, which suits athletic abs and delicate zones. The surgeon picks the method for each patient in Bangui.

Is it painful? No: the procedure is done under anaesthesia, local or general depending on scope. Afterwards mild discomfort is possible and is relieved with painkillers prescribed by the doctor. Most patients return to their usual routine in 7–10 days, while swelling and bruising resolve by weeks 4–5. That is the typical course for people in Bangui after liposuction.

The cost is built around your zones: from $1,200 (≈ XAF 700,000) for the most compact area, rising for larger combinations such as the torso or the abdomen with flanks. Nothing is added later, because the contract fixes the price. Bangui residents can split payment into interest-free instalments and begin with a free surgeon consultation, booked through the form on the page.

Liposuction for residents of Bangui: what to know before the first conversation

Bangui is the capital and largest city of the Central African Republic, with an estimated population of 889,231 as of 2020. For a city of that size, people ask about body contouring in a very practical way. They want to know how the operation fits around work, study, family obligations and the rhythm of the seasons, and what recovery will look like in a warm river city. This text is written for those questions. It covers liposuction as it applies to a person living in Bangui, not as a general brochure.

Liposuction is a contouring operation. It removes localised fat deposits that stay in place despite regular meals, movement and sensible habits: the abdomen, flanks, thighs, hips, arms, the area under the chin. It is not a method of losing weight and it does not replace a change in lifestyle. The aim is a smooth contour that keeps the natural proportions of the body. People in Bangui who ask about this operation are usually those whose general weight is stable but who see a stubborn volume in one or two zones.

The patient contacts the City Medical Centre from their own city. The first consultation is online and free of charge, and coordinators answer around the clock, 24/7, on Telegram and WhatsApp. You do not need to rearrange your week in Bangui to ask the first questions. You can write in the evening after work or early in the morning before the day begins, and the conversation continues at your pace.

Below you will find the practical details in the order in which people in Bangui usually ask about them: the character of the city and how it affects planning, the climate and the season for surgery, food and sport, preparation, the questions to put to the surgeon, the stages of recovery, and how the remote consultation works.

The city, its rhythm and how it shapes planning

Bangui was established as a French outpost in 1889 and sits on the northern bank of the Ubangi River, just below a series of rapids. It is the only major city on that river. The city covers 67 square kilometres and is divided into eight urban districts, 16 groups and 205 neighbourhoods. The old town has kept its colonial town planning, with wide boulevards leading towards a central market square, while the residential area lying further north holds the largest market and most of the nightlife.

This structure matters for planning an operation. A person living in one of the many neighbourhoods usually has a daily routine tied to a particular market, workplace, school or church, and a network of relatives close by. Before surgery it helps to think through who will be near you during the first days, who can carry shopping and heavy items for the first 7 days, and how errands will be organised while you are limiting physical exertion. In a city where family and neighbours are involved in daily life, this support is normally easy to arrange, and it makes the early recovery calmer.

Bangui is also the administrative, trade and commercial centre of the country. The National Assembly, government buildings, banks, hospitals, hotels and the main markets are all in the city. Many residents work in offices, in trade, in teaching or in services, and this affects how they plan time off. Office and administrative work is generally compatible with the usual return after 7–10 days, while work that involves heavy lifting at a market stall or a warehouse needs a more careful conversation with the surgeon.

Because the city is the hub of the country, many people in Bangui have relatives in other towns and keep a busy social calendar. Weddings, christenings, church celebrations and family gatherings are fixed points in a year. A sensible plan places the operation so that the first weeks of recovery do not coincide with an event where you would want to be on your feet for hours, in a close-fitting outfit, or sharing a long meal. Your coordinator can help you count the weeks backwards from the date that matters to you.

Climate, the rainy season and recovery after liposuction

The rainy season in the area runs from March to November, and the Ubangi River carries about three times more water during that period than during the rest of the year. For a patient this is more than a weather note. In the wet months the air is damp and the days can feel heavy, and some roads in the country become impassable, so it is wise to keep your recovery weeks free of long drives over rough roads and to plan comfortable, short movements around the neighbourhood where you live.

Compression garments are worn for 30–45 days after liposuction, and during the first 4–6 weeks you avoid the bathhouse, sauna, pool and active sport. In warm and humid weather a garment can feel uncomfortable, so it is worth preparing in advance: choose loose, light, breathable clothing in natural fabrics to wear over the garment, keep the skin clean and dry, and ask the surgeon how to manage a second set so that you can change when needed. Do not loosen or remove the garment on your own because of the heat; discuss any discomfort with the medical team.

Sun is the other factor. Tanning beds are off-limits for at least a month, and the same logic applies to long hours in strong direct sun on the treated areas while the skin is still healing. The small marks left by the 3–5 mm punctures fade best when the skin is protected, so cover the treated zones with clothing, avoid lying in the sun and ask your surgeon when it is acceptable to use sun protection on the skin.

Swelling is the second thing that weather can influence. Swelling and bruising clear by weeks 4–5, and the first changes show at 2 weeks, once swelling subsides. In hot weather the legs and abdomen can feel heavier by the end of the day. Rest with the legs raised, drink enough water, walk gently as the surgeon allows and do not judge the result by the evening mirror. The final result forms in 3–6 months, once the tissues have fully adapted.

Dust also deserves a thought. In the dry part of the year, and on days when the wind lifts dust from unpaved streets, keep dressings clean and covered, change clothes when you come home and keep to the hygiene advice you are given. The river and the lush green hills around Bangui are pleasant, but swimming in the river or in any pool is not for the first 4–6 weeks, however warm the day is.

For these reasons there is no single perfect month. Some patients prefer the wetter months because they stay indoors more, others choose a drier period because it is easier to move around the city. What matters is that the weeks right after surgery are quiet, and your coordinator will discuss with you which period suits your calendar.

Work, study and daily life: when to return

Most patients get back to their usual routine and work in 7–10 days. For the first 7 days there should be no physical exertion or heavy lifting. If your work in Bangui is mostly seated or administrative, such as an office, a bank, a ministry, a school or a shop counter, the return after 7–10 days is realistic, provided you feel well and the surgeon agrees at the check-up. If your day includes carrying goods, standing for many hours or working in the heat outdoors, tell the coordinator in the very first conversation so the plan can be built around it.

Bangui is a university city. The University of Bangui began operating in 1970, and the city also has the National School of Arts, the Central School of Agriculture and many religious and technical schools. For a student or a teacher the question is usually about lessons and exams. Plan the operation for a quieter academic period, keep the first week free for rest, and ask the surgeon about sitting for long hours in the following weeks. Liposuction is performed from age 18+, so this is a matter for adults and older students only.

Mothers and fathers of young children often ask who will lift a child during the first week. The honest answer is that someone else should, for the first 7 days at least. A grandmother, an older sister, a neighbour or a husband or wife can take over, and you should arrange this before the day of surgery, not after it. The same applies to cooking over a hot stove and to carrying water or shopping.

Daily life in Bangui involves a lot of walking, shared transport and busy markets. Gentle walking is usually encouraged in the first days, but crowded places where you could be pushed or bumped are best avoided while the treated areas are sensitive. The surgeon gives all individual recommendations after the operation, and these override any general rule you hear from friends.

Food culture, sport and the body contour

Everyday cooking in Bangui is built on cassava, rice, squash, pumpkins and plantains served with a sauce and grilled meat. Okra, known as gombo, is a popular vegetable, peanuts and peanut butter are widely used, and fish dishes such as maboké and soussou are loved. Manioc flour is used to prepare fufu. This is a hearty, filling cuisine, and nobody should be asked to give it up in order to have liposuction. What helps is a calm, balanced approach to portions and to frying, so that the new contour is supported by habits and not undone by them.

Liposuction removes fat cells from the treated zones, but it does not make the rest of the body immune to weight gain. If your weight rises substantially after surgery, the proportions can change. That is why a conversation about nutrition belongs in the consultation. Overweight and obesity are a wider health matter, and the World Health Organization treats them as conditions to be managed through diet, activity and medical advice. Liposuction is a contouring tool for people near a stable weight and is not a treatment for obesity.

Alcohol is off-limits for at least a month after surgery, and you should give it up 7–10 days before. This matters in a city where locally brewed beer, palm wine and banana wine are part of celebrations. If a wedding or a family gathering falls in the weeks around the operation, say so openly to the coordinator, so that the date can be moved instead of you being put in an awkward position at the table.

Sport is a real part of life here. Basketball is the most popular sport, Bangui hosted the FIBA Africa Championship in 1974, and football is also loved. Residents also organise boat races on the Ubangi River with hundreds of participants. If you play, coach or just join friends on the court on weekends, remember the rule: for the first 7 days no physical exertion, and for 4–6 weeks no active sport, no pool, no sauna or bathhouse. After that, the surgeon will tell you when to return to training step by step.

Teammates and friends often notice a change and ask questions. Whether you share the fact of the operation is your own decision. Many patients simply say that they are resting for a few weeks and return to the court or the field with the new contour, once the surgeon has allowed it.

What patients from Bangui ask most often

The first question is almost always whether the operation is suitable for them. Surgery is done from age 18+, if there are no contraindications. There is no upper age limit: after an examination and health assessment, the decision is made individually. Good candidates are adults in generally good health with localised fat deposits and reasonably elastic skin, with realistic expectations and a stable weight. Contraindications are decided by the doctors after tests, and general reasons for postponing or declining surgery include serious uncontrolled illness, problems with blood clotting, infection, and an unstable weight.

The second question is about the scars. The surgery is done through punctures only 3–5 mm across, which usually need no stitches. Once healed, the marks are barely visible, and with proper care during recovery they fade completely. This is reassuring for people who wear fitted clothes or who are in the public eye, for example teachers, presenters, civil servants and people working in hotels and services.

The third question is about anaesthesia and the stay. The operation is done under local or general anaesthesia. With local anaesthesia you go home 3–4 hours after surgery. With general anaesthesia you stay one day in a comfortable ward under medical supervision. The surgery itself lasts from 1 hour for small areas to 3–4 hours for a combined procedure.

The fourth question is about discomfort and bruising. Nobody can promise that you will feel nothing. Expect tightness, swelling and bruising, which clear by weeks 4–5, and the surgeon will advise how to manage the discomfort. If something worries you, write to the coordinator at any hour, since the team works 24/7.

Finally, many ask whether liposuction can be combined with something else, for example for the abdomen and flanks together. Combined procedures are possible when the doctors consider them appropriate, which is why the surgery time can reach 3–4 hours. The decision depends on your health, your goals and the test results, not on what a friend had done.

Preparation and the questions to put to your surgeon

Preparation starts about 7–10 days before the operation. Give up smoking, alcohol and medications that affect clotting, such as aspirin. Pre-operative tests are also required: blood tests, ECG, ultrasound, and consultations with a GP and an anesthesiologist. You receive all instructions after the first consultation, so there is no need to memorise them in advance. If you take any regular medication, including traditional remedies and herbal preparations, name them all so that the doctors can judge whether they should be paused.

Before the operation, the areas are marked and the compression garments are fitted. The surgeon uses tumescent and VASER techniques, micro-incisions of 3–5 mm and precise volume control. It helps to understand what this means in plain words: the fat is loosened and removed in a measured way, and the aim is a smooth contour, not the largest possible volume removed.

Here is a list of questions worth bringing to the online consultation. Which areas are suitable for me, and which are not? Local or general anaesthesia: which do you recommend for my case and why? How long will the surgery last for the zones I have chosen? How many days of rest should I plan, given my work in Bangui? Which garment size and how many sets do I need? When can I go back to teaching, office work, market work or training? What do I do if I notice unusual swelling, fever or pain? Who will answer me in the night?

Ask also about realistic expectations. Photographs of other people are only a guide, since your frame, your skin and your fat distribution are your own. A good surgeon will tell you what can be achieved, and will not promise a result that the body cannot deliver.

Finally, ask about the aftercare. The surgeon follows your recovery and the new body contour at check-ups after 7 days, 3 and 6 months. Check-ups, dressings and aftercare advice are already included in the surgery. Until the end of the year, you can also get a post-surgery consultation with your surgeon to review results and get more information, at the clinic's expense.

How the remote consultation works from Bangui

The process begins with a message. You write to the coordinators on Telegram or WhatsApp, tell them which areas concern you, your age, your general health and any earlier operations. You may send photographs, if you are comfortable doing so, so that the surgeon can form a first impression. The consultation is free, and no decision is expected from you at this stage.

Coordinators work 24/7, which suits a city where people have different schedules: civil servants and bankers, market traders who start early, students with lectures, shift workers in hotels and services. We respect your time: easy booking, a personal approach and a pace that you choose. If you prefer to talk in French or in simple Sango phrases with a coordinator, say so and the conversation can be adapted to what is comfortable for you.

After the first online conversation you receive the instructions for pre-operative tests: blood tests, ECG, ultrasound, and consultations with a GP and an anesthesiologist. Many of these can be done in your own city with your usual doctors, and the results are then reviewed by the surgeon. The coordinator explains which tests are needed, in which order, and how to send the results.

Once the tests are reviewed, the surgeon confirms whether the operation is suitable, which areas can be treated, the type of anaesthesia and the approximate duration. At that point you agree on the timing with the coordinator, taking into account the season, your work calendar, family events and the weeks of compression you will need afterwards.

The remote format does not end with the operation. The check-ups at 7 days, 3 months and 6 months are part of the plan, and you stay in contact with the team between them. If something is unclear in the first nights at home, you write on the same messenger and receive an answer, because the coordinators are available around the clock.

The recovery timeline: what to expect week by week

In the first 7 days there is no physical exertion or heavy lifting. You wear the compression garment, keep dressings clean, rest and walk gently. If you had local anaesthesia, you go home 3–4 hours after surgery. After general anaesthesia you stay one day in a comfortable ward under medical supervision and then go home.

At 7 days you have the first check-up. The surgeon looks at the treated areas, the dressings and the garment, and tells you what is allowed next. Most patients get back to their usual routine and work in 7–10 days, which for many people in Bangui means returning to the office, the classroom or the shop counter in the second week.

The first changes show at 2 weeks, once swelling subsides. Do not be discouraged if the contour still looks uneven at this point, because swelling moves around in the tissues. Compression garments are worn for 30–45 days, and in the first 4–6 weeks you avoid the bathhouse, sauna, pool and active sport. Alcohol and tanning beds are off-limits for at least a month.

Swelling and bruising clear by weeks 4–5. An interim result is assessed at 1.5–2 months, and this is a good moment to talk with the surgeon about returning to full training, swimming and other activities. The surgeon gives all individual recommendations, and you should follow them rather than a general timetable.

The check-up at 3 months shows how the tissues are settling, and the final contours are formed in 3–6 months. The check-up at 6 months completes the follow-up. By then, the small marks from the 3–5 mm punctures have faded with proper care, and you can judge the result in calm conditions. Keep a stable weight and a balanced way of eating to help the contour stay as it is.

Can I have the first consultation about liposuction without leaving Bangui?

Yes. The first consultation is online and free. You write to the coordinators on Telegram or WhatsApp, who are available 24/7, describe the areas that concern you and answer a few questions about your health. The surgeon then gives a first opinion based on your information.

How long is the recovery, and when can I go back to work in Bangui?

Most patients get back to their usual routine and work in 7–10 days. For the first 7 days there should be no physical exertion or heavy lifting. Swelling and bruising clear by weeks 4–5, and the final result forms in 3–6 months. If your work is physically demanding, discuss it with the surgeon beforehand.

Does the rainy season affect recovery?

The rainy season runs from March to November, and damp, warm weather can make a compression garment feel uncomfortable. Wear loose, breathable clothing over it, keep the skin clean and dry, and avoid long, bumpy drives in the early days. The garment itself is worn for 30–45 days regardless of the weather, and you should not remove it on your own.

Can I swim in the river, use a pool or play basketball afterwards?

Not at first. For 4–6 weeks you avoid the pool, sauna, bathhouse and active sport, and for the first 7 days there is no physical exertion at all. The surgeon will tell you at the check-ups when to return to sport and to swimming, step by step.

Will I have visible scars?

The operation is done through punctures only 3–5 mm across, which usually need no stitches. Once healed, the marks are barely visible, and with proper care during recovery they fade completely. Protect the skin from strong sun and follow the surgeon's advice.

Is liposuction a way to lose weight?

No. It is a contouring operation for localised fat deposits in people whose weight is reasonably stable. Overweight and obesity are broader health questions, and the World Health Organization recommends managing them through diet, activity and medical care. The doctors will tell you honestly if another approach should come first.

What do I have to do before the operation?

Give up smoking, alcohol and medications that affect clotting, such as aspirin, 7–10 days before liposuction. Pre-operative tests are required: blood tests, ECG, ultrasound, and consultations with a GP and an anesthesiologist. You receive all instructions after the first consultation.

Which anaesthesia is used, and how long will I stay?

Local or general anaesthesia is used, and the surgery lasts from 1 hour for small areas to 3–4 hours for a combined procedure. With local anaesthesia you go home 3–4 hours after surgery. With general anaesthesia you stay one day in a comfortable ward under medical supervision.

Is there an age limit?

Surgery is done from age 18+, if there are no contraindications. There is no upper age limit: after an examination and health assessment, the decision is made individually.

What follow-up do I get after liposuction?

The surgeon follows your recovery and the new body contour at check-ups after 7 days, 3 months and 6 months. Check-ups, dressings and aftercare advice are already included in the surgery. Until the end of the year, you can also get a post-surgery consultation with your surgeon to review results, at the clinic's expense.