is this normal and will the scar even or be left with a hole?
Answer: I am 7 weeks post tummy tuck and BBL. I have skin necrosis which seems to be getting worse, the wound is getting deeper. By now you should have already seen your board certified plastic surgeon and had the appropriate medical intervention to prevent further necrosis of the tissues. It would be best to always keep in touch with your surgeon to prevent any other complications related to your surgery.
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Answer: I am 7 weeks post tummy tuck and BBL. I have skin necrosis which seems to be getting worse, the wound is getting deeper. By now you should have already seen your board certified plastic surgeon and had the appropriate medical intervention to prevent further necrosis of the tissues. It would be best to always keep in touch with your surgeon to prevent any other complications related to your surgery.
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August 16, 2018
Answer: BBL complication Hi thanks for your question and photo. You should go and see your plastic surgeon. It’s difficult to make an assessment from the photo but it seems there is more necrotic tissue there that needs to be debrided. Good luck.
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August 16, 2018
Answer: BBL complication Hi thanks for your question and photo. You should go and see your plastic surgeon. It’s difficult to make an assessment from the photo but it seems there is more necrotic tissue there that needs to be debrided. Good luck.
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August 15, 2018
Answer: DrDerby Thank you for the photo. The most important is that you have continuous treatment with your surgeon and hopefully the final damage will not be too bad. Best of luck
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August 15, 2018
Answer: DrDerby Thank you for the photo. The most important is that you have continuous treatment with your surgeon and hopefully the final damage will not be too bad. Best of luck
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January 16, 2019
Answer: Delayed healing after abdominoplasty Hi and welcome to our forum! I am sorry that you have experienced a complication of the abdominoplasty procedure. During the procedure, the abdominal skin and soft tissues are separated from the underlying musculature from the ribs to the pubic area. If there is impairment of the blood supply to the abdominal skin, the segment of the flap the greatest distance from its blood supply may not survive (above the mid-pubis). The cause of the blood supply impairment can range from effects of smoking, diabetes mellitus, vascular disease, previous surgery in the area (disrupting the normal blood supply), infection, or may totally inapparent. Treatment consists of removal of the unhealthy tissue, followed by intensive wound care. You still have a moderate amount of unhealthy tissue as per your photograph. One looks for the development of granulation tissue, a beefy red vascular tissue, to develop, after which time the wound will begin to shrink. Many wounds of this size will seal over a span of 2-3 months. The depth of the defect is not the important factor as your deeper structures are intact. Some advocate the use of a suction apparatus (wound vac) to accelerate the process of wound shrinkage. Various enzymatic topical creams are available. Some advocate hyperbaric oxygen treatments. In our practice we usually obtain excellent results simply with frequent wound management. After the wound seals, and after the scars mature and the inflammation subsides, one would then consider revisional surgery if necessary (usually 6-12 months). Continue close followup and intensive wound care with your plastic surgeon. Best wishes...
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January 16, 2019
Answer: Delayed healing after abdominoplasty Hi and welcome to our forum! I am sorry that you have experienced a complication of the abdominoplasty procedure. During the procedure, the abdominal skin and soft tissues are separated from the underlying musculature from the ribs to the pubic area. If there is impairment of the blood supply to the abdominal skin, the segment of the flap the greatest distance from its blood supply may not survive (above the mid-pubis). The cause of the blood supply impairment can range from effects of smoking, diabetes mellitus, vascular disease, previous surgery in the area (disrupting the normal blood supply), infection, or may totally inapparent. Treatment consists of removal of the unhealthy tissue, followed by intensive wound care. You still have a moderate amount of unhealthy tissue as per your photograph. One looks for the development of granulation tissue, a beefy red vascular tissue, to develop, after which time the wound will begin to shrink. Many wounds of this size will seal over a span of 2-3 months. The depth of the defect is not the important factor as your deeper structures are intact. Some advocate the use of a suction apparatus (wound vac) to accelerate the process of wound shrinkage. Various enzymatic topical creams are available. Some advocate hyperbaric oxygen treatments. In our practice we usually obtain excellent results simply with frequent wound management. After the wound seals, and after the scars mature and the inflammation subsides, one would then consider revisional surgery if necessary (usually 6-12 months). Continue close followup and intensive wound care with your plastic surgeon. Best wishes...
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