Do surgeons perform tummy tucks on patients with Ehlers-Danlos or are specialists needed? (photos)

Question

I am 49y.o. who had uncomplicated breast reduction in 2022 and BBL 6 months ago. Just found out that I have Ehlers-Danlos and am concerned that I might not be able to get a tummy tuck. I have loose skin and new prominent mons that affects what I can wear. I am wondering if most surgeons would be comfortable doing TT on EDS patient. Do I need to find a specialist and could it possibly help my stress incontinence?

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

There are several types of Ehlers Danlos Syndrome.  It is possible that you could have a tummy tuck performed by a conventional plastic surgeon using a routine technique.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Azita Madjidi, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

Ehlers-Danlos does not impair wound healing or make you more prone to infection. In this regard you are at more risk than average.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

Plastic surgeon are the specialists for tummy tucks. You can have a tuck, but with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, some skin may stretch again.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

There are some challenges if a patient has Ehlers-Danlos since the initial surgical results may look great, but the tissues can stretch out over time.  A tummy tuck will not address stress incontinence issues but there are some in office procedures that can help with that such as Empower RF treatments.  See a board certified plastic surgeon near you to learn more.

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