Is a umbilical hernia repair surgery the same as umbilicoplasty?

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Austin Hayes, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Umbilicoplasty is not the same as a hernia repair. When considering a simultaneous hernia repair along with a tummy tcuk, the concern is that a tummy tuck surgery could cause the belly button belly button to not have enough blood flow and it could die. Neoumbilicoplasty is one way to avoid this problem. A new belly button is created. A neoumbilicoplasty can look very nice in the right person. It's not a good choice for everyone, so discuss your concerns with your plastic surgeon so that you can decide which procedure is right for you.

Thomas P. Sterry, MD · Answer

An umbilical hernia repair is typically performed by a general surgeon.  The main priority is fixing the hernia in a way that it will not recur.  General surgery training typically includes an incision either above or below the umbilicus which leaves behind a visible horizontal scar.Umbilicoplasty is typically performed by a plastic surgeon.  This is a cosmetic procedure with scars hidden within the confines of the umbilical creases.  The goal is to create a more aesthetically pleasing belly button that the onlooker cannot detect has been manipulated.  During the course of an umbilicoplasty, the plastic surgeon may need to repair a hernia.Occasionally, the plastic and general surgeon may work together on such cases.  I have one in the blog post below if you care to have a look.  The operation was a real test of the negotiating skills from my general surgeon friend and myself, but I think we did okay between the two of us.  Have a look.Good Luck!

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