Hello, I am 5’3 and weight 148 pounds. . I lost 60 pounds and I am having a tummy tuck 360, lipo 360 with fat transfer and breast lift/ augmentation all at the same time. My doctor said I won’t have drains because this is old method and I will be sent home the same day. Does this sounds right ? Most places I asked required me to stay 1 night at hospital. The doctor doing my surgery has 15 years of experience and is board certified. I don’t smoke, don’t drink and excercise a lot.
Answer: MMV23 Thank you for your inquiry! All physicians have little methods they do differently. We prefer to use drains to control the drainage output. We would love to sit down with you in person and discuss your concerns and your options. Schedule a consultation with a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon to assist you in reaching your goals.
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Answer: MMV23 Thank you for your inquiry! All physicians have little methods they do differently. We prefer to use drains to control the drainage output. We would love to sit down with you in person and discuss your concerns and your options. Schedule a consultation with a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon to assist you in reaching your goals.
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August 3, 2023
Answer: Use of Drains and Hospital Stay Post Tummy Tuck and Lipo 360 with Fat Transfer and Breast Lift Augmentation Thank you for reaching out with your questions. Most surgeons, including myself, recommend using drains during a tummy tuck procedure to minimize fluid collection like seroma fluid and blood. Especially given that you're also planning significant liposuction, drains would likely speed up your recovery by handling the free fluid from the procedure.
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August 3, 2023
Answer: Use of Drains and Hospital Stay Post Tummy Tuck and Lipo 360 with Fat Transfer and Breast Lift Augmentation Thank you for reaching out with your questions. Most surgeons, including myself, recommend using drains during a tummy tuck procedure to minimize fluid collection like seroma fluid and blood. Especially given that you're also planning significant liposuction, drains would likely speed up your recovery by handling the free fluid from the procedure.
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January 7, 2023
Answer: To drain or not to drain I do not routinely use drains. Progressive tension sutures between the abdominal skin flap and the abdominal wall dramatically reduces the capacity for fluid to collect within the surgical field after your operation. However, if I observe edematous soft tissue or more bleeding than usual, I will place a single drain.
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January 7, 2023
Answer: To drain or not to drain I do not routinely use drains. Progressive tension sutures between the abdominal skin flap and the abdominal wall dramatically reduces the capacity for fluid to collect within the surgical field after your operation. However, if I observe edematous soft tissue or more bleeding than usual, I will place a single drain.
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December 14, 2022
Answer: Surgical protocol Each surgeon will have her/his own protocol regarding the use of drains. The purpose of them is to remove excess fluid from the surgical area as the body heals. They are typically in place 5-14 days. They aid in preventing seroma formation. Hospital stays are often based on a combination of the surgeon's protocol as well as the patient's health history. I encourage you to discuss your concerns with your surgeon. It is important that you feel comfortable and confident as you prepare for surgery.
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December 14, 2022
Answer: Surgical protocol Each surgeon will have her/his own protocol regarding the use of drains. The purpose of them is to remove excess fluid from the surgical area as the body heals. They are typically in place 5-14 days. They aid in preventing seroma formation. Hospital stays are often based on a combination of the surgeon's protocol as well as the patient's health history. I encourage you to discuss your concerns with your surgeon. It is important that you feel comfortable and confident as you prepare for surgery.
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December 12, 2022
Answer: LBL no drains I have vast experience on Body lift after weight loss and I haven’t been able to avoid drains specially because my procedures are associated with liposuction which produces a lot of fluid.
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December 12, 2022
Answer: LBL no drains I have vast experience on Body lift after weight loss and I haven’t been able to avoid drains specially because my procedures are associated with liposuction which produces a lot of fluid.
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