Could my tummy tuck corset stitches have ripped?

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The incision line from my TT became infected causing me to need strong antibiotics. I contracted Cdiff from the antibiotics. Could the infection have caused my corset incisions to rip? Is it possible I need to have a TT revision? I have had a distended hard tummy since the Cdiff

Farbod Esmailian, MD · Answer

Unfortunate to hear about the issues that you have gone through.  C. diff does cause the intestines to distend and can be an uncomfortable process.  It is difficult to tell you if any harm has come about without a proper exam.  It would also be necessary for the c. diff to have completely resolved before it you can accurately be evaluated.I generally perform the plication in 2 layers and use non-absorbable sutures so in my case it would be almost impossible to disrupt the sutures.  Every surgeon has their own way of performing the plication and I would recommend you follow up with your surgeon once the c diff and distention has resolved.Hope that helps.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear raychelmccarthy,I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment it would be difficult to determine what is wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment. Only after thorough examination you can get proper recommendations and advice.Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Julio Clavijo-Alvarez, MD, MPH, FACS · Answer

Thanks for sharing your question. I can appreciate your concern.
I am sorry that you are having issues about your procedure and thanks for sharing your question. I can appreciate your concern.
It is difficult to assess the condition of your abdomen without before and after pictures. It is very unlikely that the stitches may be undone. However if you felt a progressive growth of your girth, there is always a possibility. Finally, make sure that your doctor is aware of your process. She/He should be able to guide you best in your care.
Wishing you the best in your journey
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: It is difficult to say what is exactly happening with your case without a physical examination, testing or having done your surgery. It is imperative that you have a thorough examination by a board-certified surgeon. Only then, you may weight better the options to fix your current concerns.

Ronald V. DeMars, MD (Retired) · Answer

It sounds like you had an unusual and pretty serious complication during your TT recovery. No one on this site can diagnose your current problem on line, that requires an inperson examination and possibly some further studies. See an experienced surgeon for answers. I can tell you most of us use some pretty strong sutures that are permanent and place more than one layer of those sutures, so tearing the sutures in that case would be pretty hard to do. I have never seen that happen, but that does no mean you don't have some type of problem that could be improved on.

Could my tummy tuck corset stitches have ripped?

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