How long should I wait for a tummy tuck after a hysterectomy?

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I am 53 years June 15th I had a robotic assisted laparoscopic total hysterectomy, bilateral salpingectomy how long should I wait for a tummy tuck?

Robert M. Tornambe, MD · Answer

squirt64.  It is best to wait at least six months for complete healing and all swelling from your hysterectomy surgery to resolve. I would also ask the opinion of your gynecologist prior to seeking consultation from a board-certified plastic surgeon. Many times, tummy tuck surgery can be performed at the time of the hysterectomy for those other RealSelf readers observing this reply. Be certain to consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon when you are ready to proceed. Good luck.

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question.  The
best advice you can receive is from an in-person consultation.  I recommend waiting 3 months after your hysterectomy prior to getting a tummy tuck.  This decision should
be based on a detailed discussion with equal input from both you
and your surgeon.   Make sure you specifically look
at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery
performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results.   The most
important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend
that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who
can evaluate you in person.
Best wishes and good luck.
Richard G. Reish, M.D.  FACS
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Lawrence Iteld, MD · Answer

Gynecologic surgery can often be combined with aesthetic procedures of the mid-section. The advantage of this is that you have one recovery rather than two. However, due to scheduling issues or medical need, it may not be possible to schedule things to be done at once. In this case, we typically recommend that you wait 6-12 weeks before undergoing the elective, cosmetic procedure to allow the surgical incisions to heal.

Niki Christopoulos, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi and thank you for your question.  After a general anesthesia, it usually advisable to wait 6 weeks before undergoing another general anesthetic.  That being said, it may be advisable to wait a bit longer, like 12 weeks, simply to make your recovery easier.  Meet with a plastic surgeon in person and you can discuss further details.  Best of luck!

Christopher V. Pelletiere, MD · Answer

Since you have already had your surgery, I would give yourself six weeks to heal and recover.  At that point, having an abdominoplasty should be no problem.  The best thing to do is to have a few consultations with board certified plastic surgeons and see what will work best for you.  I hope this helps.

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