Tummy Tucks Without Genral Anesthesia

Charles Perry, MD answers: Can tummy tuck be done without general anesthesia?

I am scheduled for a tummy tuck without muscle repair. Can this procedure be performed without general anesthesia?


Charles Perry, MD
2 months ago
By Charles Perry, MD - Sacramento Plastic Surgeon

For most people an abdominoplasty is more comfortable with general anesthesia, however it certainly can be done without general anesthesia especially when you do not have muscle repair.  Using local anesthesia you can be awake, other options include regional anesthesia techniques.  It is best to determine what type of anesthesia is best for you individually with you physician and anesthesia provider.

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