I have severe diastasis recti and am in the process of scheduling surgery.I met with the surgeon and he said more than likely I am going to need a vertical cut as well as a horizontal. He also said I will more than likely lose my belly button. This is going through insurance and where I am from there is only 1 plastic surgeon who accepts my insurance. I am 5'2 and currently weigh 115. Pre pregnancy weight was 110 and I weighed 140 while pregnant. Just looking to see if this is normal! Thanks!
April 20, 2017
Answer: Rectus Diastasis Repair a horizontal tummy tuck type incision is the standard approach for a rectus diastasis repair. A vertical incision is rarely necessary except in cases of extreme weightloss or skin excess. Based on your photos you may have excessive skin in the upper middle aspect of your abdomen which may warrant the vertical component. I prefer to extend the horizontal component to just beyond the hips in an effort to redrape the skin to displace the midline skin excess. This is an aesthetic approach to dealing with a problem with both aesthetic and functional issues. Discuss this with your plastic surgeon. Best Wishes
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April 20, 2017
Answer: Rectus Diastasis Repair a horizontal tummy tuck type incision is the standard approach for a rectus diastasis repair. A vertical incision is rarely necessary except in cases of extreme weightloss or skin excess. Based on your photos you may have excessive skin in the upper middle aspect of your abdomen which may warrant the vertical component. I prefer to extend the horizontal component to just beyond the hips in an effort to redrape the skin to displace the midline skin excess. This is an aesthetic approach to dealing with a problem with both aesthetic and functional issues. Discuss this with your plastic surgeon. Best Wishes
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April 18, 2017
Answer: Vertical scar for abdominoplasty A horizontal scar which is inside the bikini line is generally used in abdominoplasty. However, there may be militating factors in your case as the diastasis is so severe.
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April 18, 2017
Answer: Vertical scar for abdominoplasty A horizontal scar which is inside the bikini line is generally used in abdominoplasty. However, there may be militating factors in your case as the diastasis is so severe.
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