How long after surgery is the safe zone for blood clots?

The majority of clots form during surgery and present within the first few days following surgery.  Mobility, or early ambulation is advantageous towards the prevention of clots.As soon as possible following your tummy tuck, begin ambulating to the bathroom and taking steps around in the house.Blood clot incidence is greatly reduced if sequential compression devices are placed on patients during surgery.  All patients in my practice have these devices placed before each surgery.  They simulate walking during the procedure by compressing the lower foot and leg.  This increases blood flow back to the heart and prevents clots following surgery.

The vast majority of thromboembolic complications occur within the first few days after surgery.  It would be very unusual (but still possible) to see deep venous thrombosis  present after 2 weeks.  Best wishes.