For a full tummy tuck with breast lift and augmentation, what is recommended as far as staying in the hospital the night after surgery? I've been told it's optional, but just wondering what the typical patient outcome is when they go home the same day.
Answer: An overnight stay after a mommy makeover is not always necessary. In my own surgery center I prefer to have the patient's spend the night after a mommy makeover. However healthy patients within uncomplicated operation can be safely sent home.
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Answer: An overnight stay after a mommy makeover is not always necessary. In my own surgery center I prefer to have the patient's spend the night after a mommy makeover. However healthy patients within uncomplicated operation can be safely sent home.
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November 11, 2014
Answer: Hospital stay In the past, a hospital stay was recommended. However, most surgeons will encourage their patients to go home after a mommy makeover type surgery. Almost all of my patients return home in my practice. Best wishes for your surgery!
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November 11, 2014
Answer: Hospital stay In the past, a hospital stay was recommended. However, most surgeons will encourage their patients to go home after a mommy makeover type surgery. Almost all of my patients return home in my practice. Best wishes for your surgery!
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November 10, 2014
Answer: Ambulatory Surgery is a Very Strong Trend As with many operations, ambulatory surgery (going home the day of surgery) is the new normal. I must say that for a case like yours, I would also give the patient the option of staying in house, or going home to their own bed. It is exceedingly unlikely that anything "bad" would happen if you go home, but many patients like to know that they have nurses and doctors nearby. Others find the fees of the hospital to be exorbitant and that sets them off in the other direction. Sometimes it is a matter of having proper pain control - but we do that pretty well at home nowadays too.So, it's an ongoing discussion, but I do find myself sending an increasing number of people home that 10 years ago I would have kept in the hospital.Good Luck!
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November 10, 2014
Answer: Ambulatory Surgery is a Very Strong Trend As with many operations, ambulatory surgery (going home the day of surgery) is the new normal. I must say that for a case like yours, I would also give the patient the option of staying in house, or going home to their own bed. It is exceedingly unlikely that anything "bad" would happen if you go home, but many patients like to know that they have nurses and doctors nearby. Others find the fees of the hospital to be exorbitant and that sets them off in the other direction. Sometimes it is a matter of having proper pain control - but we do that pretty well at home nowadays too.So, it's an ongoing discussion, but I do find myself sending an increasing number of people home that 10 years ago I would have kept in the hospital.Good Luck!
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November 7, 2014
Answer: Overnight stay? Thanks for your question. Generally, I advise my patients to spend the night if their surgery is expected to last longer than 5-6 hours. I have had many patients go home after a tummy tuck with augmentation. But I have also had many patients elect to spend the night so that they can rest away from the hustle and bustle of the house, particularly if they have small children. If you are healthy, you should do fine with a same day surgery. Best wishes.
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November 7, 2014
Answer: Overnight stay? Thanks for your question. Generally, I advise my patients to spend the night if their surgery is expected to last longer than 5-6 hours. I have had many patients go home after a tummy tuck with augmentation. But I have also had many patients elect to spend the night so that they can rest away from the hustle and bustle of the house, particularly if they have small children. If you are healthy, you should do fine with a same day surgery. Best wishes.
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November 7, 2014
Answer: Hospitalization after Mommy Makeover Most young healthy moms can go home the same day following surgery, provided that there were no unforseen circumstances during surgery. However, if the patient is a new mother or feels that she will not get adequate rest the night following surgery, then I recommend an overnight stay. An overnight stay can either be a negotiated hospital fee or in a hotel with a night nurse. These accommodations allow a mom to recuperate rather than having to take care of a household on her first postoperative day.
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November 7, 2014
Answer: Hospitalization after Mommy Makeover Most young healthy moms can go home the same day following surgery, provided that there were no unforseen circumstances during surgery. However, if the patient is a new mother or feels that she will not get adequate rest the night following surgery, then I recommend an overnight stay. An overnight stay can either be a negotiated hospital fee or in a hotel with a night nurse. These accommodations allow a mom to recuperate rather than having to take care of a household on her first postoperative day.
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