Will having a hysterectomy ruin my Tummy tuck?

Question

I had a tummy tuck me n May last year and am just beginning to enjoy the results but I have just been told I may need a full hysterectomy, will this ruin my results ie: muscle repair and swelling thanks

Sheila S. Nazarian, MD · Answer

Speak with your ob/gyn. He or she may be able to go in vaginally or else use the same scar as your tummy tuck. My best,
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Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and best wishes on your impending hysterectomy.  Depending on the approach, your OB/GYN surgeon may be able to use the same abdominal incision used during your TT or in select cases can perform a total vaginal hysterectomy obviating the need for a stomach incision.  Regardless of approach it should not affect your results assuming care is taken to appropriately repair your muscles and skin.

Jeanette Padgett, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Discuss with your OB/GYN surgeon your concerns.  Sometimes a hysterectomy can be done through a vaginal approach and not require an abdominal incision.  Alternatively, if an incision is needed, your OB/GYN surgeon may be able to use the same incision from your tummy tuck.  Best wishes.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Only after in person TT examination could we offer any response. Ask your PS after a in person visit..........

Robert Brueck, MD · Answer

This should not ruin your tummy tuck result.Your gynecologist can probably use the same incision your plastic surgeon used for your tummy tuck.

Will having a hysterectomy ruin my Tummy tuck?

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