Will Coolsculpting Work if You Have Scar Tissue in Your Stomach from Surgery?

Question

I have had 3 myomectomies and 1 hysterectomy via a vertical incision in the stomach. I think I have scar tissue so I'm not sure whether or not I would be a good candidate for cool sculpting.

Joe Gryskiewicz, MD, FACS · Answer

Coolsculpting will only treat subcutaneous fat. Scar tissue is made of collagen which is not treated with Cryolipolysis. If you are unsure, you should see an in person specialist for a consultation to help you determine if the area is treatable.

Ali Sajjadian, MD, FACS · Answer

Dear Frenchy,

	 

	Upon evaluation of your scar by the physician/surgeon who will be administering the Zeltiq (cool sculpting) treatment, you will find out if you have healed enough to be eligible for the treatment.

	Usually, it takes 6-9 months post abdominal surgery to accomplish an almost-full recovery.

	I hope this helps.

	Thank you for your inquiry.

	Dr. Sajjadian

Ron Shelton, MD · Answer

The Zeltiq CoolSculpting should not cause a problem if you have healed strongly and it is long enough for the scars from the surgeries to have healed as per your surgeon.  The chilling will not affect the depth of the muscle but the suction could put tension on the scar and recent surgeries should be given enough time to heal to have a strong scar before that area is treated.

Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS · Answer

Your treating physician will examine the area that you wish to be treated. The scars and area to be treated should be sufficiently healed prior to having a coolsculpting procedure. This typically takes 6 to 9 months.

Narin (Joe) Apisarnthanarax, MD · Answer

After any kind of surgery with or without scars, Zeltiq can be performed after 6 months.  The surgically treated area has to heal enough to withstand the procedure.  The surgeries and scars do not prevent you from undergoing Zeltiq.  There may be some treatment options available for the scars as well.

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