I have been diagnosed with end stage kidney disease can I still receive a Tummy tuck?

Thank you for your question. A tummy tuck or other aesthetic  procedures can be performed safely on a patient with end stage renal disease. However it's imperative to have a clear and thorough communication between your kidney doctor and your plastic surgeon. I recommend in person consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon in your area. Best of luck.Dr. Dhaval PatelHoffman Estates, South  Barrington, Oak Brook 

Thank you for the question.Yes, tummy tuck or panniculectomy procedures can be done safely for patients with a variety of different “medical conditions”. Careful evaluation and treatment of the medical condition is necessary prior to determining the appropriate candidates for the tummy tuck procedure. In your case this would be best done by your internist and nephrologist. These physicians know your situation best and would be best suited to discuss your suitability for the procedure and the potentially increased risks/ complications that you should consider very carefully.  Once these doctors provide you "medical clearance", please make sure you are seeking consultation with well experienced board-certified plastic surgeons who preferably work with board-certified anesthesiologists in fully accredited surgery facilities.  Then, careful communication between all the doctors involved will be helpful when it comes to providing you with optimal care. Please make sure that you keep your overall health/safety as the first priority. Best wishes.

This is a good question for your kidney doctor and plastic surgeon to discuss. A "skin only" tummy tuck or panniculectomy can be done but the risks and details of coordinating care need to be considered.