Hello, I am close to 2 months post op from my tummy tuck. Unfortunately my healing was compromised due to the tissue becoming necrotic shortly after surgery and my incision dehised causing a gaping wound. I did not get good feedback on the issue from the surgeons office and I am currently being seen by a wound care specialist. My healing has been going well but I am concerned on the cosmetic aspect once it is healed. Will I need or be a candidate for scar revision?
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You could start with an ultrasound, but it will be limited. If needed, then a CAT scan or even a MRI. I would first be examined by a plastic surgeon to see if the examination can tell how the muscle is doing. As you are learning, it is always best to do your surgery in the area where you live...
You tummy tuck still looks good, but it is not weight loss surgery. You appear to have a fair amount of internal fat and that is lost with weight loss.
Arian Mowlavi, MD, FACS (license on probation) says:
If enough time has passed from the original surgery and certain other conditions are met, probably you can have your full tummy tuck done safely.You would likely benefit from a high definition tummy tuck using high definition VASER liposuction. The tummy tuck procedure would comprehensively...
