Simultaneous Hernia Repair and Tummy Tuck

Most abdominal wall (or "ventral") hernias can be repaired at the same time as a tummy tuck. It all depends on the size and extent of the hernia. Because a tummy tuck operation by design exposes all the anterior abdominal muscles, it actually makes it an easier approach to fix these hernias. Since you already have reccurrence after a mesh repair, you may be a candidate for an abdominal wall "components separation" operation. I would recommend that you first talk to your primary care doctor and have him or her order a CT scan of your abdomen. That way you will be armed with all the information you need when you go to meet with a board-certified plastic surgeon. Please don't try to cut corners on this one!