Is it possible to get a drainless tummy tuck with a aortic and abdominal dissection?

Our meta-analysis research (link below) showed that "drainless tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) with progressive tension sutures" were more effective than "tummy tuck with drains" in reducing seroma (fluid buildup) and reoperation rates, with no difference for hematomas or infections. Many plastic...

Sometimes getting unnecessary routine lab tests results in a lot of unnecessary extra aggravation. We don’t get ptt tests routinely. Your slight elevation should not affect your ability to have surgery

Dear Mira_Laila11, your previous surgery should have no effect on your pregnancy. However, there is a chance that you will have loose skin and muscle separation after pregnancy. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member,...

To answer your question - no, when placed properly, these sutures should not be permanently visible. These sutures are placed on the inside from the skin to the abdominal wall to reduce the space and potential for fluid buildup/seroma. Our meta-analysis (link below) revealed that a "drainless...

Dear Loving548463, I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper...

Keloid - abnormal result of wound healing, some ethnicities are predisposed Tummy tuck or abdominoplasty includes the top half of the torso where the muscles are are approximated, the skin is "ironed out" and smoothed. Mons lift is often incorporated with an abdominoplasty and involves lifting...