Detached belly button from hernia- Tummy tuck success?

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I have an umbilical hernia after a pregnancy and also separated abdominal muscles. I was going to get this fixed with a tummy tuck. I found out today that my belly button has become detached. Is there any way to re-attach and have a successful tummy tuck outcome?

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

The hernia and abdominal wall separation can be fixed at the time of tummy tuck.Kenneth Hughes, MDBeverly Hills, CA

J. Jason Wendel, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question about tummy tuck.Yes, tummy tuck, muscle repair and re-attachment of your belly button can all be successfully performed at the same time.To be sure, see two or more experienced, board-certified Plastic Surgeons in your area for a complete evaluation to make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have tummy tuck and related surgery.I hope this helps.

Richard Baxter, MD · Answer

Although there are some concerns when the belly button appears "detached" with an umbilical hernia, it is common to do a repair of this along with muscle separation (diastasis) repair as part of a tummy tuck. Each situation requires individual assessment for specific advice however.

Curtis Wong, MD · Answer

but a tummy tuck will help with improving your condition and most surgeons would repair your hernia at the same time.  And if your belly button isn't very attractive, reconstructed belly buttons can provide a much better outcome.  Your surgeon should be able to help you clearly understand what needs to be done in your situation.

Frederic H. Corbin, MD (license restricted) · Answer

Thank you for the question and if you have not had previous surgery on your abdomen or umbilical area then this should not be a concern.Dr. Corbin

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