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Why do some doctors use drains after a tummy tuck?

ChrisATL
I am getting a full tummy tuck in October and have read many different reviews about this surgery. Why do some doctors use drains post op and some a drainless method with "quilt like" stitches ? Is the drainless surgery considered a newer method? Will that help with less swelling during the post op period? Thank you for any information you can give.

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