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Extensive Hernia Repair, Panniculectomy and Breast Reduction at One Time?
I have had 2 hernia repairs and now have another repair needed. I've considered during the hernia repair (mesh will need to go from side to side since the hernia is on both sides of the midline and is over 15 cm) having the panniculectomy and breast reduction at the same time. Can these surgeries be done at the same time?
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Cindy30655
in Georgia
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You certainly may have these operations done concurrently if you are in good health and have no substantial extenuating circumstances. Many studies have looked at the safety of multiple procedures. As long as certain standards are met, these combination operations are just as safe as staggering them over a period of time.
I would recommend that you spend the night at the surgical facility under the observation of a professional.
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Extensive hernia repair, panniculectomy and breast reduction at one time?
Hi Cindy,
Regarding "I've considered during the hernia repair (mesh will need to go from side to side since the hernia is on both sides of the midline and is over 15 cm) having the panniculectomy and breast reduction at the same time"
In theory - yes, it IS possible to do them all at the same time. But - are you aware of the risk involved?
First, why do you think you failed 2 previous attempts to repair your ventral hernia (? large diastasis). The likely explanations are that your...
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