Advisable to have Tummy Tuck abroad?

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6 answers to “Advisable to have Tummy Tuck abroad?”

A: Stay in the UK

By Ricardo Rodriguez, MD - Baltimore Plastic Surgeon

Everybody here has raised good points. Check around for Tummy Tuck prices, you'd be surprised. Some of the consultants outside of London will be a lot more reasonable.

A: DVT but also seromas

By Robert Frank, MD - Munster Plastic Surgeon

Some studies quote up to a 50% risk of seroma (fluid accumulation under the skin after surgery) after abdominoplasty. These can be troublesome and can require repeat aspirations although they infrequently require additional surgery. If you are going to need frequent followup for this or another issue, wouldn't... more

A: Do your tummy tuck near home. It is safer.

By George J. Beraka, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Hi! In Manhattan, we take care of people from abroad often. But there 3 problematic issues with your particular plan: 1) It is one thing to have surgery abroad because you are seeking exceptional quality. But you are looking for low price. That may compromise the quality. And... more

A: DVT is the real issue...

By Steven Teitelbaum, MD - Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

While there are excellent plastic surgeons in the UK, I have a large number of patients travel all the way to California for surgery. BUT, I rarely will do tummy tucks on people that travel so far. The greatest risk from a tummy tuck is development of a blood clot. Long air travel - even... more

A: English plastic surgeon

By Robin T.W. Yuan, MD - Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

English plastic surgeons are well-trained in general and you should consider the long-term follow-up aspects and the ability to treat complications. No one can guarantee a complication-free tummy tuck so it is much more advisable to stay near your home and your regular doctors.

A: surgery

By Edmond A. Zingaro, MD - San Francisco Plastic Surgeon

The main question you need to ask yourself is what will you do if you have a complication. The lure of lower price must be countered by what is really prudent.