Muscle separation


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    *Treatment results may vary
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    Often times the abdominal muscles can become very separated due to pregnancy and weight fluctuations as in this patient. Aggressive internal tightening of the muscles can correct his disfiguring defect. I use a permanent suture to minimize the potential for future re-stretching.

    Tags: abdomen , female , after pregnancy , front view , side view