7 months post TT, asymmetry in hips and lump by incision. Should I be concerned about rupture? Will I need a revision? (photos)

An in person evaluation is always best, but it does appear from your photos that some revision may be beneficial. You appear to have some excess fat and skin at the hip area. It also appears you would be a candidate for scar revision. Further exams and/or testing would be needed to determine the recommendation for the lump that concerns you.

Hello and thank you for your question regarding asymmetry in your hips and a lump near your tummy tuck incision at seven months post-surgery.

Based on your history and photos, most plastic surgeons would recommend revision surgery if the asymmetry in your hips and the lump are bothersome to you. The revision could include extending the incision to address the dog ear on your hip, which would help improve symmetry.

The lump near your incision could be due to a variety of causes, such as a seroma or a retained hematoma. At seven months post-surgery, it is highly unlikely for this lump to rupture. Revision surgery would likely involve removing the scar tissue and addressing the lump. This procedure could be combined with the hip asymmetry and dog ear correction to achieve a more harmonious result.

I hope this provides clarity regarding your concerns and potential next steps. Please consult with an experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon to ensure the best care and outcome.

Sincerely,
J. Timothy Katzen, MD

Dear sarahcam1983
Thanks for sharing your photos and your question. Unfortunately there is no zoom out photo of your abdomen. just looking at these photos I think you still have some excess skin and excess fat on your hips. It seems your original surgery was a bit conservative. I would recommend to let 12 months pass from your surgery and then consider a consult with a UK trained plastic surgeon with experience of revision abdominoplasty to assist you.I hope you find this answer helpful.