I had a benign tumor removed from my liver January 2016. I am a mother of 5 and am looking to get a tummy tuck. I've read/heard conflicting information in regards to being able to get a tummy tuck and what type with the scar that I have. I'm confused on the whole blood supply compromised thing I've heard. I just want a regular, nice tummy tuck without another crazy looking scar - possible?
Answer: Tummy tuck Because of the position of the scar from the tumor removal, the blood supply during a traditional tummy tuck could be compromised. The complications that could arise are poor wound healing, infection, and tissue death. I encourage you to visit with a board certified plastic surgeon near you to discuss options.
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Answer: Tummy tuck Because of the position of the scar from the tumor removal, the blood supply during a traditional tummy tuck could be compromised. The complications that could arise are poor wound healing, infection, and tissue death. I encourage you to visit with a board certified plastic surgeon near you to discuss options.
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July 13, 2020
Answer: Tummy tuck after surgery to remove tumor from liver? (photo) The scars from your previous surgery definitely influence how you can flatten your abdomen. A Side view of your abdomen would have been very helpful to see how much your abdomen protrudes, thus requiring suturing of your rectus muscles.With all of that in mind, you need a personal consultation with a plastic surgeon for an evaluation and a plan.My first approach would probably be a liposuction to remove the excess fat plus a Renuvion, which will tighten the skin. Combining the procedures would remove the excess fat and also tighten the skin, but it wouldn't tighten your muscles, which may not need tightening. Again, you need an in-person examination to determine this.If your muscles need repairing, a reverse TT with liposuction and upper rectus muscle repair would be in order followed by a mini-TT with suturing the lower rectus muscles at a later date.Thank you for your interesting question, and good luck to you.
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July 13, 2020
Answer: Tummy tuck after surgery to remove tumor from liver? (photo) The scars from your previous surgery definitely influence how you can flatten your abdomen. A Side view of your abdomen would have been very helpful to see how much your abdomen protrudes, thus requiring suturing of your rectus muscles.With all of that in mind, you need a personal consultation with a plastic surgeon for an evaluation and a plan.My first approach would probably be a liposuction to remove the excess fat plus a Renuvion, which will tighten the skin. Combining the procedures would remove the excess fat and also tighten the skin, but it wouldn't tighten your muscles, which may not need tightening. Again, you need an in-person examination to determine this.If your muscles need repairing, a reverse TT with liposuction and upper rectus muscle repair would be in order followed by a mini-TT with suturing the lower rectus muscles at a later date.Thank you for your interesting question, and good luck to you.
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July 10, 2020
Answer: Tummy tuck With the v shaped scar on your upper abdomen a traditional tummy tuck could be problematic from a blood supply standpoint. The tummy tuck may need to be customized to reduce that risk. It may need to be done as a reverse tummy tuck pulling the skin up instead of down. Many different ways to work around the problem.
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July 10, 2020
Answer: Tummy tuck With the v shaped scar on your upper abdomen a traditional tummy tuck could be problematic from a blood supply standpoint. The tummy tuck may need to be customized to reduce that risk. It may need to be done as a reverse tummy tuck pulling the skin up instead of down. Many different ways to work around the problem.
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July 10, 2020
Answer: Upside down tummy tuck Your abdominal wall scar from the tumor removal cut some of the blood supply into the upper part of the flap. If you had a conventional tummy tuck that skin would probably die. As an alternative, you should undergo an upside down tummy tuck. This will excise the old scar and hide the incision closer to your inframammary folds of your breasts. However, the scar will be visible crossing the sternal area.Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.
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July 10, 2020
Answer: Upside down tummy tuck Your abdominal wall scar from the tumor removal cut some of the blood supply into the upper part of the flap. If you had a conventional tummy tuck that skin would probably die. As an alternative, you should undergo an upside down tummy tuck. This will excise the old scar and hide the incision closer to your inframammary folds of your breasts. However, the scar will be visible crossing the sternal area.Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.
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July 10, 2020
Answer: Safest procedures You must understand that the prior surgery has damaged permanently the blood circulation of the abdominal skin and that has eliminated the possibility for you, to get a conventional Tummy Tuck. Your options are design for safety of the skin blood circulation. In my experience your only option is the Fleur de Lis which is a vertical incision in order to do a muscle repair because your muscle is very loose, most likely you have an umbilical hernia, and very saggy skin with stretch marks. The saggy mons pubic may be treated through a regular inferior incision but without undermining the skin. Liposuction Can still be done to waist and lovehandles. Be encouraged Dr. Cárdenas
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July 10, 2020
Answer: Safest procedures You must understand that the prior surgery has damaged permanently the blood circulation of the abdominal skin and that has eliminated the possibility for you, to get a conventional Tummy Tuck. Your options are design for safety of the skin blood circulation. In my experience your only option is the Fleur de Lis which is a vertical incision in order to do a muscle repair because your muscle is very loose, most likely you have an umbilical hernia, and very saggy skin with stretch marks. The saggy mons pubic may be treated through a regular inferior incision but without undermining the skin. Liposuction Can still be done to waist and lovehandles. Be encouraged Dr. Cárdenas
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