Had an emergency laparotomy in 2020. What would be the best option to help the appearance of abdomen area?

March 18, 2022
Asked By:LAJ223 in Columbia, South Carolina

December 18, 2020 emergency laparotomy procedure (midline) was performed. Wound wasn’t close with any structures, staples etc it was a open wound that close up over time on its own with proper care. I currently use silicone strips to help the appearance and prevent keloiding. What would be the best option for my case to help with the appearance of abdomen area?

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March 10, 2025

Answer: Scar revision

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Gary M. Horndeski, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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Answer: Scar revision

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March 20, 2022

Answer: Scar

Daniel Barrett, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
March 20, 2022

Answer: Scar

Daniel Barrett, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
March 23, 2022

Answer: You definitely can improve this with a scar revision

March 23, 2022

Answer: You definitely can improve this with a scar revision

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Answer: Candidacy for scar revision?

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