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Signs of Torn Muscle Stitch After a Tummy Tuck

asked 2 years ago by JLB in Indiana
Latest answer by Nina S. Naidu, MD
Question viewed 866 times
Tags: abdomen, stitches

Is a pop the only sign that I tore my muscle stich in a tummy tuck?

2 answers to Signs of Torn Muscle Stitch After a Tummy Tuck

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Ruptured suture after tummy tuck

A pop or snap is one indicator of a torn suture in your abdomen. You may notice a bulge in your abdomen which increases with time. I suggest speaking to your plastic surgeon so that he or she can evaluate and advise you better. Good luck, /nsn.
Nina S. Naidu, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon
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Sign of breaking a tummy tuck muscle stitch.

A popping sound may be the initial sign of disrupting a muscle stitch. With time, a bulge which may be more apparent when attempting to sit up from a laying down position. see video
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon

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