Diep Flap Surgery 4 Weeks Post Op - 6 Months of Chemo. Incision Opened Up?

I am sorry to hear of your wound healing problems.   It is hard to offer detailed recommendations without a picture of the wound.  


I would recommend close followup with your  plastic surgeon for recommendations on dressing changes and frequency, nutritional supplements to enhance wound healing, and whether further procedures or wound care center evaluation is necessary.

 

Bottomline, it will heal with time.  Hang in there and maintain close followup and be diligent in your wound care.  

 

Dr. Gill

First of all I am sorry you are dealing with this situation.  Not all wounds are credited equal.  If your blood counts have returned to norma, your nutrition is appropriate, don't smoke and don't have other medical problems that delay wound healing then this wound has the ability to heal.  You should see the DIEP surgeon who did your case for more guidance if you have the ability to do so.If not contacting a surgeon familiar with wound healing issues can be of help.