I am 10 days post tummy tuck with back lipo, & BA with lift. I noticed my tummy tuck drains collecting only 5 cc liquid or less in 24hrs. Does this mean drains are ready to be removed? My drains will be removed at day 15. I do not think drains are clogged. I don't have much swelling either only a little in the flanks area. Any downsides from leaving drains longer than needed?
Answer: Can drains come out? Congratulations on your recent surgery. Generally drain tubes can be removed when the output is very minimal usually less than 30 cc per day for several days. Best to check with your surgeon and see if they would like to see you sooner and hopefully remove your drains. Good luck.
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Answer: Drains removal Dear N, The purpose of drains is to remove the fluids after surgery, in order to allow the skin to stick down to the underlying tissue and heal. Most surgeons will remove the drain when the fluid production is down to 25-30 cc in 24 hours. The 'RealSelf' forum is designed to answer questions , as well as educate the members in the most beneficial way for them. In my practice of over 29 years I do things totally different than what you have experienced: 1. I do not perform tummy tuck with liposuction due to the significant increase in severe complication when combining the procedures . In a recent article in the plastic surgery journal based on data from cosmetic surgery insurance company, it was revealed that combining tummy tuck with any surgery increases the severe complication rate 2-3 times. Combining tummy tuck with liposuction increases the severe complications X 10 ! In the state of Florida, it is illegal to perform tummy tuck with liposuction of over 1000 cc, due to alarming complications and deaths that occurred and brought the state to investigate it issuing that ruling. I hope that you are doing fine, but patients have to be informed. 2. I do not combine tummy tuck and breasts augmentation at the same time , because these are painful surgeries and patients end up staying in bed and not drinking fluids , for the fear of needing to go to the bathroom. This can result in serious complications like blood clots and pneumonia ! 3. I do not use drains for tummy tuck. Instead, I use the suture quilting technique that prevents seromas and promote faster healing. 4. I use drains for liposuction of the abdomen and flanks, but I remove them them after 4-5 days. 5. An important factor to consider is that combination of tummy tuck with liposuction and breast augmentation with a lift is very long surgery. Any surgery over 6 hours increases the anesthesia complication according to the Anesthesia society. Additionally, surgeons fatigue can have a negative impact on the final outcome . Always, consult with experienced board certified plastic surgeons who operate in accredited surgery center for your safety. Most importantly, check the before and after pictures in the photo gallery, to make sure that they are numerous, consistent and attractive. All the best, Dr Widder
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Answer: Drains removal Dear N, The purpose of drains is to remove the fluids after surgery, in order to allow the skin to stick down to the underlying tissue and heal. Most surgeons will remove the drain when the fluid production is down to 25-30 cc in 24 hours. The 'RealSelf' forum is designed to answer questions , as well as educate the members in the most beneficial way for them. In my practice of over 29 years I do things totally different than what you have experienced: 1. I do not perform tummy tuck with liposuction due to the significant increase in severe complication when combining the procedures . In a recent article in the plastic surgery journal based on data from cosmetic surgery insurance company, it was revealed that combining tummy tuck with any surgery increases the severe complication rate 2-3 times. Combining tummy tuck with liposuction increases the severe complications X 10 ! In the state of Florida, it is illegal to perform tummy tuck with liposuction of over 1000 cc, due to alarming complications and deaths that occurred and brought the state to investigate it issuing that ruling. I hope that you are doing fine, but patients have to be informed. 2. I do not combine tummy tuck and breasts augmentation at the same time , because these are painful surgeries and patients end up staying in bed and not drinking fluids , for the fear of needing to go to the bathroom. This can result in serious complications like blood clots and pneumonia ! 3. I do not use drains for tummy tuck. Instead, I use the suture quilting technique that prevents seromas and promote faster healing. 4. I use drains for liposuction of the abdomen and flanks, but I remove them them after 4-5 days. 5. An important factor to consider is that combination of tummy tuck with liposuction and breast augmentation with a lift is very long surgery. Any surgery over 6 hours increases the anesthesia complication according to the Anesthesia society. Additionally, surgeons fatigue can have a negative impact on the final outcome . Always, consult with experienced board certified plastic surgeons who operate in accredited surgery center for your safety. Most importantly, check the before and after pictures in the photo gallery, to make sure that they are numerous, consistent and attractive. All the best, Dr Widder
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Answer: Drains ready to be removed? Thank you for sharing your question and congratulations on your surgery. Based on your low output you should be able to have the drains removed now. In my practice drains producing less than 30cc/24 hours are removed. Hope this helps.
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Answer: Drains ready to be removed? Thank you for sharing your question and congratulations on your surgery. Based on your low output you should be able to have the drains removed now. In my practice drains producing less than 30cc/24 hours are removed. Hope this helps.
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Answer: Drains and Tummy Tuck This is a clinical decision that should be made by your surgeon. Would suggest you contact the office with your question.
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Answer: Drains and Tummy Tuck This is a clinical decision that should be made by your surgeon. Would suggest you contact the office with your question.
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Answer: Tummy tuck Drains ready to be removed? It sounds as though your plastic surgeon has a specific plan for how long to leave your drains in. Your plastic surgeon is the person who must make this decision and not an online consultant.Generally speaking drains are left in until there is 15 cc or less drain output per 24-hour cycle. However in certain situations drains are left in longer. Please see her plastic surgeon and notify that to her only putting out 5 cc a day and ask if your drains may be removed.
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Answer: Tummy tuck Drains ready to be removed? It sounds as though your plastic surgeon has a specific plan for how long to leave your drains in. Your plastic surgeon is the person who must make this decision and not an online consultant.Generally speaking drains are left in until there is 15 cc or less drain output per 24-hour cycle. However in certain situations drains are left in longer. Please see her plastic surgeon and notify that to her only putting out 5 cc a day and ask if your drains may be removed.
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