I had DIEP flap surgery 4 weeks ago, breasts are fine, some issues with the tummy incision. my incision started to separate 3 weeks later. saw my PS and he saw infection, so I am on an anti-biotic now, and he said to keep a dressing on it, keep an eye on my temp. I see him in another week to take a look I am an ex-smoker, quit a few weeks before surgery. I have searched everywhere for information but have come up dry. about 1/2 inch deep and 6-7 inches along my incision
Answer: Wound dehiscence Wound dehiscence, wound breaking open after surgery, is a potential complication after DIEP or tummy tuck (or any surgery). It is not a life-threatening problem, but an annoying one. At this time the treatment is wound care. Use of VAC therapy can be helpful and speed up your healing. Google VAC Therapy and ask your surgeon if he thinks it would be helpful.
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Answer: Wound dehiscence Wound dehiscence, wound breaking open after surgery, is a potential complication after DIEP or tummy tuck (or any surgery). It is not a life-threatening problem, but an annoying one. At this time the treatment is wound care. Use of VAC therapy can be helpful and speed up your healing. Google VAC Therapy and ask your surgeon if he thinks it would be helpful.
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April 13, 2011
Answer: Incision on belly splitting after DIEP flap surgery It sounds like you and your plastic surgeon are on top of things. You have quit smoking and your infection is being managed. Whatever the dressing change, a clean, moist (not wet) wound heals best. You can consider a scar revision once things have healed in but it's doubtful that you'll need it. DIEP flap reconstruction is a highly complex operation and it's wonderful that your breasts are doing well.
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April 13, 2011
Answer: Incision on belly splitting after DIEP flap surgery It sounds like you and your plastic surgeon are on top of things. You have quit smoking and your infection is being managed. Whatever the dressing change, a clean, moist (not wet) wound heals best. You can consider a scar revision once things have healed in but it's doubtful that you'll need it. DIEP flap reconstruction is a highly complex operation and it's wonderful that your breasts are doing well.
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Answer: Delayed wound healing after DIEP flap
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March 25, 2014
Answer: DIEP Flap, wond, tummy tuck incision It is an unfortunate complication with the low transverse incision used for tummy tucks and the DIEP flap. This wounds have a tension when they are closed in the operating room. In most instances this area relaxes over the next several week. Breakdown most often occurs near the middle of the incision over the pubic area. This point is now further from the blood supply and is usually under the most tension. ALTHOUGH IT IS GREAT THAT YOU STOPPED SMOKING. This happens even in patients who don't smoke although far less frequently. Follow the instructions of your surgeon and with dressing changes and time this wound will heal.Three
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March 25, 2014
Answer: DIEP Flap, wond, tummy tuck incision It is an unfortunate complication with the low transverse incision used for tummy tucks and the DIEP flap. This wounds have a tension when they are closed in the operating room. In most instances this area relaxes over the next several week. Breakdown most often occurs near the middle of the incision over the pubic area. This point is now further from the blood supply and is usually under the most tension. ALTHOUGH IT IS GREAT THAT YOU STOPPED SMOKING. This happens even in patients who don't smoke although far less frequently. Follow the instructions of your surgeon and with dressing changes and time this wound will heal.Three
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April 12, 2011
Answer: You will heal well
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April 12, 2011
Answer: You will heal well
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