Is a CT Scan required before surgery or optional if you've had a hernia repair with mesh?

A CT scan is not necessarily required for the surgery to be performed; however, considering that you’ve had a hernia, your surgeon may be taking precautions. If he believes there is a risk, the scan will aid them in the tummy tuck. It’s best to consult with your surgeon and address your concerns to find the reasoning behind their decision. 

Thank you for your question. If the mesh was placed through a laparoscopic approach it should not affect or impede a TT procedure. In my opinion, a CT scan is not needed. Best wishes,

If the mesh is causing any kind of symptoms, or there is question of the hernia recurring, or if there is uncertainty about the exact size or placement of the mesh then a CT scan may provide the surgeon with a "road map" for surgery.  Mesh can safely be removed without risk of the hernia recurring especially if a muscle repair is performed.  Larger pieces of synthetic mesh on the abdominal wall can cause eventual problems, and a CT scan can help determine if removal is needed.