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What is my recovery time and risks for hematoma post-tummy tuck with evacuation? (photo)

February 8, 2014
Asked By:KAG82

32 days post-op of TT with MR. Day 8, had both drains removed. Had swelling from naval to incision. At post-op visit #2 (2wks after onset), he decided I had a hematoma d/t arterial bleed from drain removal. Surgeon aspirated with little success. I returned 10 days later. Edema is not better so I asked about evacuation. Will re-evaluate in 2 weeks, when he will aspirate or schedule evacuation with irrigation & drain placement. Risk for repeat complications? Recovery time?

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February 11, 2014

Answer: Hematoma this large should be removed

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Gordon Lewis, MD
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February 11, 2014

Answer: Hematoma this large should be removed

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February 11, 2014

Answer: What is my recovery time and risks for hematoma post-tummy tuck with evacuation?

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February 11, 2014

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Darryl J. Blinski, MD
February 9, 2014

Answer: What is my recovery time and risks for hematoma post-tummy tuck with evacuation?

Mel T. Ortega, MD
February 9, 2014

Answer: What is my recovery time and risks for hematoma post-tummy tuck with evacuation?

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