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Failed Tummy Tuck Or Adhesions?

asked 11 months ago by jgirlatlaw in Traverse City, MI
Latest answer by Ayman Hakki, MD
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Tags: weight loss, 10 years post-op, adhesion, protruding, unsatisfied

I asked a question yesterday about a possible failed abdominoplasty, but I didn't give enough info. I am 10 years post-op from DS GBS. My weight has been around 135 for some time. I lost over 100 pounds and have had repeated history of adhesion removal. This stomach distention issue does not feel like adhesions. My TT was in Oct 2010. I have had several tests all inconclusive of what's causing the problem (CT scan, ultrasounds, colonoscopy) I don't smoke. What could this be? Pictures attached.

3 answers to Failed Tummy Tuck Or Adhesions?

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Tummy tuck surgery for fascial tightening - the limitations

A tummy tuck tightens your existing fascia. It does not completely replace your fascia. Patients who have had large pregnancies or massive weight loss have stretched, damaged fascia. While tummy tucks improve things greatly, patients should not realistically expect to have an absolutely flat stomach if their entire fascia is weak or ripped. Mesh repairs can help in some patients, but the fact remains that in many patients, the fascia is too damaged to achieve a... more
Brent Moelleken, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

www.drbrent.com

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Loosness after tummy tuck

Many patients share you fate. After surgery , even when the recti are aproximated well, the belly wall bulges. Crunches usually help a lot, since the pain initially prohibts this excersize. Do some, and then see a board certified plastic surgeon if the belly wall is still loose.
Ayman Hakki, MD

Washington Plastic Surgeon
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Your tummy tuck

It could be that your fascia was not tightened enough (as opposed to a failed tummy tuck). Or it could be that your fascia could not be tightened any more. If you live near by please call my office and come in for an examination. Otherwise, get another opinion from a local plastic surgeon (before going in always check the before/after photos of the surgeon you are visiting to make sure you see what his work is like)
Andre Aboolian, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

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