I gave birth to twins years ago & I'm now in need of a tummy tuck. I have loose skin, diastasis-recti, & two epigastric hernias in my upper abdominal area around 2 inches wide (I had an umbilical hernia repaired in the past & I just recently found out about the other 2). I know that if I went ahead & had the hernias repaired without having a tt, it's possible they could reoccur because I have no support from my muscles. Can I find a surgeon that can do this for me? Is it too difficult to do?
Answer: Abdominal hernias The hernias can be fixed with or without a tummy tuck, but you definitely would benefit from graving them both done at the same time. You will get a nicer cosmetic result and the abdominal muscles can reinforce the hernia repairs.
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Answer: Yes, abdominal hernias can be repaired during tummy tuck Abdominal hernias can be repaired at the same time as the tummy tuck. Often they are encountered incidentally during surgery as well. Depending on the size of the hernia and the ability to achieve a tension free primary repair, some type of mesh support may be needed. I prefer not to use mesh in this instance if possible as my plication of there rectus fascia will offer some level of added support. Good luck and be safe.Dr. Nguyen
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Answer: Yes, abdominal hernias can be repaired during tummy tuck Abdominal hernias can be repaired at the same time as the tummy tuck. Often they are encountered incidentally during surgery as well. Depending on the size of the hernia and the ability to achieve a tension free primary repair, some type of mesh support may be needed. I prefer not to use mesh in this instance if possible as my plication of there rectus fascia will offer some level of added support. Good luck and be safe.Dr. Nguyen
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February 19, 2014
Answer: Hernias And Tummy Tucks Hernias And Tummy TucksYes, these are perfect to repair together.Sometimes insurance can pre certify and cover some of the costs.
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Answer: Hernias And Tummy Tucks Hernias And Tummy TucksYes, these are perfect to repair together.Sometimes insurance can pre certify and cover some of the costs.
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July 22, 2014
Answer: Epigastric hernias and a tummy tuck? Epigastric hernias are frequently repaired in conjunction with a tummy tuck. A physical exam would be necessary to determine the extent of the hernias and whether your plastic surgeon would be comfortable correcting them or whether they should be repaired by a general surgeon at the time the plastic surgeon performs the tummy tuck.Keep in mind that following
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Answer: Epigastric hernias and a tummy tuck? Epigastric hernias are frequently repaired in conjunction with a tummy tuck. A physical exam would be necessary to determine the extent of the hernias and whether your plastic surgeon would be comfortable correcting them or whether they should be repaired by a general surgeon at the time the plastic surgeon performs the tummy tuck.Keep in mind that following
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July 22, 2014
Answer: Tummy tuck with hernia repair Thank
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Answer: Tummy tuck with hernia repair Thank
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