I am planning to do a Tummy Tuck and just curious the physicians thoughts on absorbable vs permanent sutures for rectus plication. I am an athlete and I lift heavy weight and I am wondering if there is any opinion on this here in RealSelf. Thank you.
February 17, 2021
Answer: Which sutures should be used? Either suture type will provide strong abdominal wall correction once you are fully healed. I encourage you to discuss your concerns with your surgeon. It is important that you feel comfortable and confident in your surgical plan.
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February 17, 2021
Answer: Which sutures should be used? Either suture type will provide strong abdominal wall correction once you are fully healed. I encourage you to discuss your concerns with your surgeon. It is important that you feel comfortable and confident in your surgical plan.
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February 16, 2021
Answer: Rectus Plication Although sutures matter for only about 3-4 months (after that scar tissue does the work), there are no currently available absorbable sutures that have sufficient tensile strength that lasts that long. Therefore, I use a permanent suture, and have not had a recurrent diastasis in 21 years of practice.
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February 16, 2021
Answer: Rectus Plication Although sutures matter for only about 3-4 months (after that scar tissue does the work), there are no currently available absorbable sutures that have sufficient tensile strength that lasts that long. Therefore, I use a permanent suture, and have not had a recurrent diastasis in 21 years of practice.
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