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Is a tummy tuck safe 6 years post ventral hernia w/mesh

asked 1 year ago by Portland 5674402 in Portland OR
Latest answer by Karol A. Gutowski, MD
Question viewed 187 times
Tags: hernia, safety

7 years ago I underwent emergency surgery for a ruptured appendix then 6 years ago I had a very large ventral hernia repaired - 6 inches - with mesh. I know I'll need a proper evaluation for an accurate answer but how complicated is the large mesh patch going to make an abdominoplasty?

5 answers to Is a tummy tuck safe 6 years post ventral hernia w/mesh

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Abdominplasty after large hernia repair with mesh

A skin only abdominoplasty is unlikely to be a problem even with a large mesh hernia repair. If abdominal wall tightening is done at the same time, there may be some limitations depending on how loose or tight your abdominal wall tissue is and how much mesh was used. Make sure you discuss this with your Board Certified plastic surgeon. It may be helpful to bring your operative reports from your hernia surgery to your initial consultation.
Karol A. Gutowski, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Ventral Hernia and Abdominoplasty

Thanks for the question. If you have stable ventral hernia repair, which it sounds like yo do, the mesh shouldn't be a problem as far as performing a tummy tuck. However, the midline plication and hence the overall result may be compromised due to the history of a hernia with mesh placement. Additionally, any unnecessary exposure of the mesh to the atmosphere increases the risk of infection, so keep that in mind prior to proceeding. My suggestion is to follow up with a Board... more
Glenn Vallecillos, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
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Tummy tuck after hernia repair

The ability to do a tummy tuck really depends upon the history of your previous hernia and the outcome from your prior surgery.  First a thorough exam and history need to be obtained.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Safety of a Tummy Tuck 6 years after Ventral Hernia Repair

Regarding: "Is a tummy tuck safe 6 years post ventral hernia w/mesh 7 years ago I underwent emergency surgery for a ruptured appendix then 6 years ago I had a very large ventral hernia repaired - 6 inches - with mesh. I know I'll need a proper evaluation for an accurate answer but how complicated is the large mesh patch going to make an abdominoplasty?" Interesting and NOT straightforward question. I am ASSUMING that your ventral hernia was in some way related to the... more
Peter A. Aldea, MD

Memphis Plastic Surgeon
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Tummy tuck following a heria repair

The difficulty of performing a abdominoplasty following hernia repair often relates to the materia which was used and the status of the abdominal wall musculature as well as the reasons for hernia. A hernia from massive infections after a gunshot wound make a tummy tuck is more difficult than a ventral wound dehisence.  Some materials have a greater likelihood of infection or may not do well when folded.
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon

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