Safe to Have Liposuction Around Laparotomy Scar?

March 22, 2009
Asked By:mimijess in miami,fl

I have a 10 inch horizontal scar 2 inches above belly button, from a laparotomy procedure 16 years ago. I want to get liposuction on my stomach. Is it ok, or should the doctor avoid liposuction on the stomach? Thank you!

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