How Many Deaths Occur From Tummy Tucks?

asked 9 months ago by bettyboob83 in laredo tx.
Latest answer by Michael A. Jazayeri, MD
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Tags: complication, death, worried

I really want a tummy tuck but what scares me is for their to be a complication like a blood clot, infection etc or not to wake up anymore, has that happened before with any of your patients?

9 answers to How Many Deaths Occur From Tummy Tucks?

Death From Tummy Tuck Surgery-How Rare Is It?

Recent data from American Society of Plastic Surgery has reported a death rate of 1 in 50,000 for out patient elective surgery. In comparison, the risk of death while driving is 1 in 5,000! This means your chance of dying while driving is TEN times higher than undergoing elective out patient surgery IF you choose a board certified plastic surgeon who is safe and competent, and operates in an accredited surgery center. So do your home work before committing! more

Michael A. Jazayeri, MD
Santa Ana Plastic Surgeon

In right setting risk is minimal!

Never had a patient with a fatal complication. However, rather than looking for statistics on the subject, make sure to research the place and the surgeon you are planning for your procedure. Following simple rules will save you from worrying about the death rate from the procedure. First of all make sure your surgeon is board certified plastic surgeon and shows many years of experience in tummy tuck surgery. Ask for the gallery-no good pictures, more likely no results. The facility should... more

Gregory Turowski, MD, PhD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Death after Abdominoplasty

As already stated, this is a very unusual complication from tummy-tuck. However, every so often, a rare and unexpected complication can result in this. Generally, if you see a board certified plastic surgeon and the necessary precautions are taken, it is more likely that you will have a serious automobile accident on the way to the hospital to have your surgery than to die from a tummy-tuck! In Austin, there was a recent case where a plastic surgeon did a huge tummy-tuck,... more

Steven Holzman, MD
Austin Plastic Surgeon

Risk of Serious Complications after Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) should be Very Low

Hi there- Because it is an elective procedure performed for the sole purpose of making you happier with your appearance, it really doesn't make any sense to take unnecessary risks in order to have a Tummy Tuck, right? So, understanding that there will always be some risks to any surgical procedure, we can responsibly say to you that- if you are a healthy person without significant medical problems, and if the circumstances surrounding your surgery are optimal (surgeon... more

Armando Soto, MD
Orlando Plastic Surgeon

www.DrArmandoSoto.com

Death with tummy tuck

Death after tummy tuck is exceptionally rare. It usually is secondary to a blood clot; which may occur after any surgery. I place all my tummy tuck patients on early ambulation and a blood thinner after surgery to help prevent this issue. Donald R. Nunn MD Atlanta Plastic Surgeon.

Donald Nunn, MD, DDS
Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

Deaths from tummy tucks

They are quite rare fortunately. properly performed surgery and mobilization after the procedure minimizes the risks of blood clots. properly performed surgery minimizes infection and skin losses therefore not requiring repeat procedures and bed rest.

Rick Rosen, MD
Norwalk Plastic Surgeon

Death can occur, usually from blood clot. Prevention is key.

Deaths do occur from time to time after tummy tucks, not usually during a tummy tuck. The most common cause of postoperative death is a pulmonary embolus resulting from a blood clot forming in your thigh. So it is important to reduce the risk of this problem by (1) making sure you don't have a contraindication to surgery, (2) avoiding paralysis of your muscles during surgery and prone positioning, (3) using sequential compression devices during surgery, and (4) getting up... more

Eric Swanson MD
Leawood Plastic Surgeon

www.swansoncenter.com

Tummy tucks and safety

Your concerns are very common, however you should make an appt to see a local BCPS to discuss your concerns. Tummy tucks are safely done everyday and the risks of a major complication are quite small.

Delio Ortegon, MD
San Antonio Plastic Surgeon

www.sacs-sa.com

Deaths from tummy tucks

It's great that you are thinking about surgery and complications, since this is something that you will want to discuss with your surgeon and feel comfortable with. While very rare, all surgeries carry a small risk of bad complications like the ones you mention. That is why it is so important to make sure that your surgeon is board certified in plastic surgery, you have your procedure done in an accredited facility, and you tell him or her about your medical... more