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How Often Do People Die During Tummy Tuck Procedures?

asked 10 months ago by Considering a Tummy Tuck in Sumter
Latest answer by Richard Linderman, MD
Question viewed 705 times
Tags: complication, preparation, risk

My two biggest concerns about this whole procedure is 1 how often do people die from this procedure 2) how do I make the best of this operation? Meaning I do not want to get a tummy tuck and at the end of all the healing and swelling it still seems like I did not have a tummy tuck. I guess what I want to know as well is how many inches around my waist/midsection will I lose? This tummy tuck would also benefit me because I am in the Army and I get my measurements taken every 6 months in my wasit.

14 answers to How Often Do People Die During Tummy Tuck Procedures?

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Death and Tummy tuck Surgery

Yes the risks of dying after tummy tuck surgery are very very low but they can happen. Longer operations increase these risks as due patient health problems and bad habits like smoking. Your plastic surgeon should candidly discuss these risks as well as the expected outcome of your tummy tuck surgery. without a thorough exam it is difficult to answer your other questions or to make predictions of weight loss or decrease in inches.
Richard Linderman, MD

Indianapolis Plastic Surgeon
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Surgery and risks

There are risk factors involved with any type of surgery. It is important to make certain that your reputable surgeon is board certified in Plastic Surgery. It is also important to make sure that the facility where your procedure will be performed is accredited. Investigate the credentials of your anesthesiologist as well as your surgeon. By doing a little research, you should have all of the information you need and the piece of mind that you are in the safest... more
Christine Sullivan, MD

Columbus Plastic Surgeon
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Tummy tuck surgical risk.

The risk of dying from a tummy tuck operation when performed by a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in an accredited surgical facility is exceptionally small. All surgery carries risks, with patient co-morbidities being a large part of these risks. DVT and pulmonary embolism are of particular concern. As for results, this cannot be determined from 3 photos on an internet website. You need to see a plastic surgeon for a consultation. If you are planning on losing any weight, do this several... more
David Bogue, MD

Boca Raton Plastic Surgeon
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Risk of death

Risk of death with a tummy tuck is exceedingly rare. It usually is secondary to a blood clot in the lungs. There are preventive measures that may be taken to decrease these risks such as compression stockings, early ambulation and blood thinners. Seek a board certified plastic surgeon to ensure the best result with the least risk. Donald R. Nunn MD Atlanta Plastic Surgeon.
Donald Nunn, MD, DDS

Atlanta Plastic Surgeon
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Death after tummy tuck

Death is an exceedingly rare complication after tummy tuck. The most commonly feared reason for death after abdominoplasty is pulmonary embolism after deep venous thrombosis (DVT). In layman's terms, a blood clot originating from the lungs can break off and go to the lungs. The best way to treat this complication is through prevention. Early walking after surgery is important and, if your doctor identifies you as high risk, you may need blood thinners during the initial postoperative... more
Sam Jejurikar, MD

Dallas Plastic Surgeon
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Risks and tummy tucks

The risk from dying from a tummy tuck is very low when performed by a well trained plastic surgeon in an accredited surgical facility with proper anesthesia; otherwise, the risks can be significantly elevated. There are many considerations that play a role in risk and those can be discussed by a board certified plastic surgeon. Whether or not you are a good candidate for a tummy tuck can't be fully ascertained by your photos. A physical examination will be needed to determine what... more
Steven Turkeltaub, MD

Scottsdale Plastic Surgeon

www.turkeltaub.com

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How often to people die with a tummy tuck

Very fortunately, it is quite rare to have people die with any cosmetic surgery. Of course, it can and does happen but proper patient selection and attention to detail by both the surgeon and the anesthesiologist will make this extremely unlikely. Be sure to discuss with your chosen surgeon these concerns and always be completely honest about any health issues and any medications you take. As for the result, it is not really predictable what your measurements will be... more
Jeffrey E. Kyllo, MD

Seattle Plastic Surgeon
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Death After Tummy Tuck

Death from a tummy tuck is an exceedingly rare complication if you are young and in good health. The best way to minimize the risk of complications is to see a board certified plastic surgeon and have surgery in a certified surgery center with a board certified anesthesiologist putting you to sleep. Make sure you ask you surgeon about all the risks, especially blood clots in the legs (DVT) which can be a potenitially fatal complication. As for the outcome, it is impossible to... more
Johan E. Brahme, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon
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Tummy tuck complications are rare, but can be serious

Like with any operations, complications can occur during and after tummy tuck surgery. Some complications are life-threatening, but these problems are exceedingly rare. Some of these complications include pulmonary embolism (blood clot to lungs), bowel perforation, infection, and wound healing problems. Seek out of a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
Scott Sattler, MD

Bellevue Plastic Surgeon
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Safety of Tummy Tuck

Abdominoplasty or Tummy Tuck is a very safe procedure when performed by qualified and board certified plastic surgeons in accrediated facilities with proper pre- and post-op care. Prior to your surgery, your surgeon should evaluate your health and order any tests, studies or consultations that are necessary to ensure that you are healthy for surgery. Good Luck
David Shafer, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon

www.ShaferPlasticSurgery.com

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Death by tummy tuck is a rare event

True, death is a possible risk after a tummy tuck, though fortunately is a very rare one. Often when we hear of such events they are often related to multiple procedures at the same time, or existing health conditions that were not appreciated or respected at the time of the tummy tuck. Choose your surgeon and facility carefully. Best of luck, peterejohnsonmd
Peter E. Johnson, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Abdominoplasty Complications

THe incidence in many studies is much less than 0.5% . Smoking, birthcontrol pills and your movement after surgery all affect these variables. It is important you realize that MANY people gain weight after tummy tucks . It is natural to feel better in clothes, however this is not a green light to chow down! Your PT exams for the military depend alot on inches. See a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and get familair with him or her or even better tour a few... more
Thomas T. Jeneby, MD

San Antonio Plastic Surgeon

www.beautybyjeneby.com

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Risk of dying

Risk of dying from a tummy tuck is extremely small if the procedure is performed by a properly qualifed, board certified plastic surgeon. While you can never have a 100% guarantee of not dying when doing absolutely anything, you many times more likely to die from an Army accident than from a tummy tuck. With regards to your results, you should discuss your surgery and expected outcome with a board certified Plastic Surgeon to ensure you understand what to expect and that your... more
Martin Jugenburg, MD

Toronto Plastic Surgeon

www.torontosurgery.ca

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Complications...

Hello, I have to date (thankfully) never had a death in a tummy tuck patient. Making the best of it is best accomplished by choosing a good surgeon and following the advice you are given. He or she should take care of the rest. :) On your post-operative size, that is harder to know. Best Regards, John Di Saia MD
John P. Di Saia, MD

Orange Plastic Surgeon

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