Can I Combine a Tummy Tuck with Uterine Myomectomy?

Hi there-

Another way to say this would be to ask you the following question:

If your procedures were combined, but you either experienced a complication after surgery, or had a smooth recovery but just didn't look as good as you might have, would you consider the decision to combine the procedures to have been wise?

My personal opinion is that because your tummy tuck is obviously an elective procedure for which you are paying out of your own pocket (and as such, you are almost certainly hoping for the very best outcome possible), it doesn't make any sense to make any decisions that compromise either the safety or the best possible outcome of the procedure.

There is little doubt at this point that combining significant gynecologic procedures with abdominoplasty increases the risk of complications- but doing so (IMO) also almost certainly compromises your plastic surgeon's ability to provide the best outcome possible as well.

Can it be done? In most cases the answer is yes.

Is it in the patient's best interests? That answer would need a lot of qualification...

In general, it is good to be close to you goal weight before undergoing tummy tuck.

Also, yes, tummy tuck and uterine myomectomy can be performed together but you will have a slightly increased risk of developing clots in your legs after surgery. If you proceed, make sure you discuss this with your surgeon(s) and take the appropriate steps to decrease this chance.

Best of Luck!

Thank you for the question.

Yes the two procedures can be combined assuming you have cooperative plastic surgeon and OB/GYN physicians involved.

The advantages of combining the procedure involve a single procedure,  a single recovery and potential cost savings.  The disadvantages include a high risk of clotting ( deep venous thrombosis)  and/or infection.

I hope this helps.