I've talked to a doctor about having this surgery and he told me it was an in and out surgery, but I would need to get a hotel room in the area just in case I need anything.
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Delayed bruising is a common part of any procedure, and this is especially true of a latissimus flap where there is a fair amount of dead space from the flap harvest and transfer. However, it could also be a sign of a hematoma or other fluid collection, therefore I would recommend making your...
While having a muscle transferred seems like a large operation, in general the latissimus flap is one of the most reliable operations and the downtime is not as difficult as most women assume. Typically there is a 1-2 night hospital stay and recovery takes 2-3 weeks. There have been shown to be...
The fluid buildup around the lung is likely due to surgery, but not specifically the latissimus flap. General anesthesia, specficially with a breathing tube, coupled with immobility can lead to pleural effusions. Having surgery on that side of the body, coupled with this, can lead to a...
