I had surgery 3 years ago to remove a tumor in my stomach. The incision was from my sternum to top of my belly button. Would this interfere with having a tummy tuck and or lipo? Also had 4 c sections.
August 26, 2014
Answer: Can having a previous abdominal surgery prevent you from having a tummy tuck or lipo? This may limit the amount of removal, but this does not usually prevent you from having the surgery. Find
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August 26, 2014
Answer: Can having a previous abdominal surgery prevent you from having a tummy tuck or lipo? This may limit the amount of removal, but this does not usually prevent you from having the surgery. Find
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August 26, 2014
Answer: Tummy tuck or lipo after abdominal surgery Dear madam, From your description of you upper abdomen scar, you should not have a problem having tummy tuck or liposuction. For the tummy tuck surgery, though, you will have to have scar revision, in order to be able to give you maximal skin tighteng. The old scar is rigid and will not allow for the upper abdomen skin to strech downward, which is the reason for the need to excise it and repair the wound newly. Scar on the upper abdomen from surgery due to trauma , gastric bypass, gallblader removal, gastric tumors etc., are not rare and in my practice I did lots of them. Consult with experienced board certified plastic surgeons who operate in accredited surgery center for your safety. Most importantly, check the before and after pictures to make sure that they are numerous, consistent and attractive. Check also the 'realself' reviews for positive patients experience which provides important information on the surgeons. Best of luck, Dr Widder
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August 26, 2014
Answer: Tummy tuck or lipo after abdominal surgery Dear madam, From your description of you upper abdomen scar, you should not have a problem having tummy tuck or liposuction. For the tummy tuck surgery, though, you will have to have scar revision, in order to be able to give you maximal skin tighteng. The old scar is rigid and will not allow for the upper abdomen skin to strech downward, which is the reason for the need to excise it and repair the wound newly. Scar on the upper abdomen from surgery due to trauma , gastric bypass, gallblader removal, gastric tumors etc., are not rare and in my practice I did lots of them. Consult with experienced board certified plastic surgeons who operate in accredited surgery center for your safety. Most importantly, check the before and after pictures to make sure that they are numerous, consistent and attractive. Check also the 'realself' reviews for positive patients experience which provides important information on the surgeons. Best of luck, Dr Widder
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