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Anyone have a TT and not have drains?

By MrsS on 15 Oct 2012

I met with my PS and he said he uses a "new technique" (that he has been doing for about 3 years now) that does not require drains. I was excited to hear that, but as I am reading more and more on this site- which I am so happy I found!- I havent heard of a single person that didnt have drains. Has anyone else heard of this?   If you had no drains, how was your recovery? What was your experience?

Comments (7)

Carrie65 1 Nov 2012
I'm in total denial; I haven't done a thing to get ready . I'm counting on lots of help from my family, I guess!
suzig united kingdom 1 Nov 2012
Hi Im in the UK. Schedule for the 11th December. No drains for me. My PS hasn't left drains in for years apparently. No catheter either. He likes you up and out of bed as quickly as possible. However, it is usual practice to be kept in hospital for a couple of nights in the UK, defo dont send you home the same day. Its funny how things are different across the pond. Good luck !
Sharyne 30 Oct 2012
Scheduled for Dec 10th and no drain either. Heard the recovery was faster.
Heywood 29 Oct 2012
If you want more info, try googling "tummy tuck quilting sutures." I've done a fair amount of research and am going that route.
Carrie65 19 Oct 2012
My doctor says I won't have drains after my surgery. I'm scheduled for 12/19.
soupermom311 27 Oct 2012
I am scheduled for December 10th and my PS says I should not have drains either.
suzig united kingdom 1 Nov 2012
Good luck with your preparations. Lots to do eh ?? just make lists... lots of lists... ha ha - Im getting myself discombubulated with worrying whether I have forgotten anything and I havent even started... lol... Look forward to following your journey. Suzi

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