I am 59 years old, female. I have diastasis recti. Could laparoscopic surgery work for me? (Photo)

The diastasis can be repaired after other sources of pain are ruled out including hernia.  You can only use the endoscopic TT procedure in the most minimal of separations. Schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to be evaluated for a short scar TT.

Dear grebherc, Diastasis rectui repair is an elective procedure and it is not covered by insurance. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations. Daniel...

The short answer is yes- you will lose inches around your waist. A diastasis recti (DR) repair involves tightening the midline muscles. Depending on how much muscle weakness you have, and how aggressive your surgeon is, you can lose several inches from your waistline. I let my patients know that...

Dear tummyball, Age is not a contraindication as long as you are healthy. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations. Daniel Barrett,...

Endoscopic assisted repair of diastasis recti is generally carried out by plastic surgeons or plastic surgeons and general surgeons if a hernia repair is also involved. It is combined with liposuction to the abdomen to minimise the chance of bunching the skin when the muscles are tightened ...

You need to be seen by your general surgeon. A CT scan can determine with absolute certainty if you have a hernia. Good luck!