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Liposuction at the Same Time with Umbilical Hernia Repair?

asked 2 years ago by acrz127 in Omaha
Latest answer by Steven Wallach, MD
Question viewed 1,940 times
Tags: abdomen, hernia

I'm having an umbilical hernia repaired, can I get liposuction at the same time? I work out a lot and am in great shape but can't seem to lose the small layer of fat in my mid section. I was wondering if I could get liposuction done at the same time as my umbilical hernia repair? My general surgeon is going to go through the top of my belly button to keep scarring at a minimum and because the hernia is small, mesh will not be used. Thanks for your advice!

13 answers to Liposuction at the Same Time with Umbilical Hernia Repair?

Liposuction and Hernia Repair

Without pictures or examining you, it is hard to give specific advice. However, in general, it would be okay to perform liposuction at the same time a umbilical hernia repair. However, if mesh is going to be used during the repair, then I would caution against liposuction at the same procedure. Good luck with your surgery.

David Shafer, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

www.ShaferPlasticSurgery.com

Your plastic surgeon may fix your hernia as well

Liposuction can certainly follow an umbilical hernia repair. In fact, it is likely that your plastic surgeon can perform both procedures and do so at the same operation. Of course, different surgeons are comfortable with different procedures, but many plastic surgeons such as myself are fully trained general surgeons as well and have fixed many umbilical hernias. Ask your surgeons how to best proceed!

Adam David Lowenstein, MD
Santa Barbara Plastic Surgeon

Liposuction combined with umbilical hernia repair possible

It is certainly possible to have an umbilical hernia repaired at the same time as liposuction. I would have the umbilical hernia repaired first and then undergo the liposuction in the same setting.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Liposuction can be done during a hernia repair, in most cases

As the other surgeons have indicated, combining procedures is frequently wise: only one anesthetic only one recovery period some of the fee may be split between the insurance company and you yourself However, be certain that you do not have an incarcerated umbilical hernia. In unusual circumstances, a loop of intestine can be caught in the hernia. If that bowel is injured during the repair, the case will be have been "contaminated." Although the hernia repair can still be... more

Michael C. Pickart, MD
Ventura Plastic Surgeon

Umbilical Hernia repair and liposuction

Having two procedures done at the same time is not unreasonable, and certainly makes sense in your case. The liposuction procedure could be performed via the umbilicus, and possibly several other small incisions. Also, as my colleagues have indicated, I would make sure that your general surgeon and plastic surgeon are familiar with each other.

Wilfred Brown, MD
Fairfield Plastic Surgeon

Liposuction at the same time as an umbilical hernia repair

Hi Acrz127 - You should be okay getting liposuction at the same time as your hernia repair. If you have any other scars on your abdomen from previous surgeries, be careful not to be too aggressive with the liposuction because of blood supply issues to the abdominal skin. Cosmetic procedures are very frequently tied in with insurance-paid ones, and you may save some money on the anesthesia and facility fees as well because of this. Good luck!

Jeffrey E. Schreiber, MD
Baltimore Plastic Surgeon

Liposuction and hernia repair

As long as your plastic surgeon feels that you are a good liposuction candidate, it would be fine to combine an umbilical hernia repair with liposuction.

Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS
Seattle Plastic Surgeon

Can do liposuction together with hernia repair.

HI! Going by your description, it's very reasonable to combine liposuction with your umbilical hernia repair. See a plastic surgeon that your general surgeon is used to working with. The right team approach is important.

George J. Beraka, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Liposuctioning with hernia repair possible

Assunming you are a candidate for liposutioning, I would see no reason why you wouldn't be able to have the hernia repair and the liposutioning at the same time. You should be evaluated by a board certified plastic surgeon to find out if that is what you need.

John P. Stratis, MD
Harrisburg Plastic Surgeon

Depends on where Liposuction is done

It depends upon where the liposuction is. If it is in the abdomen than I would not do the 2 operations together for the risk of the mesh. Other areas I could definitely do both together. Best of luck.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Miami Plastic Surgeon

An umbilical hernia Repair CAN be followed by Liposuction

As long as the umbilical hernia is repaired first - there should be no contraindications to follow it with liposuction of the area. By repairing the hernia, all of its intra-abdominal contents are returned to the safety of the abdomen and the "roof" is repaired. Liposuction can then be safely performed.

Peter A. Aldea, MD
Memphis Plastic Surgeon

Performing herniorrhaphy and suction assisted lipectomy simultaneously

I do not see any problems with proceeding with both surgeries simultaneoulsy. I assume you will have a plastic surgeon perform the liposuction and not the general surgeon. If this is the case, I would definitely look into his/her credentials or experience.