I'm scheduled for a tummy tuck in April 21, and my doctor has advised that they generally don't use compression garments for abdominoplasty surgery, instead they use tubular bandage - I have a pre-op appointment coming up, so I will discuss. But is this tubular bandaging enough?
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Answer: Garments Its always best to use compression garments after surgery to help with reducing swelling, collapsing dead space and reducing seroma. Please discuss this with your surgeon at your appointment.
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Answer: Garments Its always best to use compression garments after surgery to help with reducing swelling, collapsing dead space and reducing seroma. Please discuss this with your surgeon at your appointment.
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April 6, 2021
Answer: Compression Garments Thank you for your question. If all you are having is abdominoplasty with no liposuction, then the tubular bandage should be adequate. Your surgeon will most likely use suction drains, which are the major force that promotes adherence of the deep tissues over the first several weeks. In my practice, even though patients don't require compression garments after abdominoplasty only, I still use them because patients tell me that it gives them support and helps them progress back into their daly activities. In my view, there is some value in a snug post-surgical garment.
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April 6, 2021
Answer: Compression Garments Thank you for your question. If all you are having is abdominoplasty with no liposuction, then the tubular bandage should be adequate. Your surgeon will most likely use suction drains, which are the major force that promotes adherence of the deep tissues over the first several weeks. In my practice, even though patients don't require compression garments after abdominoplasty only, I still use them because patients tell me that it gives them support and helps them progress back into their daly activities. In my view, there is some value in a snug post-surgical garment.
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March 20, 2021
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March 20, 2021
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March 17, 2021
Answer: Should I still wear compression garments if my surgeon uses tubular bandage after tummy tuck? You should follow the advice of your plastic surgeon. I typically ask patients to use adjustable garments with multiple bands so that tension can be adjusted and the areas of liposuction are less likely to get a fluid collection. The key here is the size and the ability to tighten the garment not the brand or make. My patients wear a soft cotton t-shirt under the garment to make it more comfortable.
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March 17, 2021
Answer: Should I still wear compression garments if my surgeon uses tubular bandage after tummy tuck? You should follow the advice of your plastic surgeon. I typically ask patients to use adjustable garments with multiple bands so that tension can be adjusted and the areas of liposuction are less likely to get a fluid collection. The key here is the size and the ability to tighten the garment not the brand or make. My patients wear a soft cotton t-shirt under the garment to make it more comfortable.
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March 16, 2021
Answer: Compression Compression can come in different forms, and both garments and tubular bandages are options. The choice will vary by surgeon. I encourage you to discuss your concerns/questions with your surgeon. It is important that you feel comfortable and confident as you prepare for your tummy tuck.
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March 16, 2021
Answer: Compression Compression can come in different forms, and both garments and tubular bandages are options. The choice will vary by surgeon. I encourage you to discuss your concerns/questions with your surgeon. It is important that you feel comfortable and confident as you prepare for your tummy tuck.
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