Can tummy tuck scar tissue cause bowel obstructions?

November 11, 2014
Asked By:waltripmom in Houston, TX

I'm interested in getting a tummy tuck but am concerned that the internal scar tissue will cause bowel obstructions in the future. My mother has constant obstructions.She had endometrial cancer and had an invasive surgery to remove the uterus.

Answers (13)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
November 13, 2014

Answer: Tummy Tuck and bowel obstruction

November 13, 2014

Answer: Tummy Tuck and bowel obstruction

April 18, 2015

Answer: Tummy tuck and bowel obstruction

1 person found this helpful
April 18, 2015

Answer: Tummy tuck and bowel obstruction

1 person found this helpful

Recommended reading

Tummy Tuck

Everything you need to know about Tummy Tuck

  • 95% worth it
  • 25.1k reviews
  • Avg cost: $11,851
Learn More
ADVERTISEMENT