I've had 4 c sections and two tummy tucks. After my last baby I now have muscle separation and would like my c section scar revised so I am going to have a mini tummy tuck to repair the muscle separation and scar. After my fourth c section , two of my stitches opened and i developed an infection. The opening took 6 weeks to heal. How likely is this to happen again if I go trough with the tummy tuck? Non smoker, non diabetic, overall good health with only hypertension which is controlled.
Answer: Depends… Thank you for your question. From your history the complication you experienced is certainly not routine but also not remarkable unheard of. “Necrosis” can occur for many reasons, the most common being compromised blood supply due to tension in the closure. Your history of two prior “tummy tucks” is a it uncommon and a third even less common. Without an examination in person or viewing photographs it is difficult to comment more specifically.
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Answer: Depends… Thank you for your question. From your history the complication you experienced is certainly not routine but also not remarkable unheard of. “Necrosis” can occur for many reasons, the most common being compromised blood supply due to tension in the closure. Your history of two prior “tummy tucks” is a it uncommon and a third even less common. Without an examination in person or viewing photographs it is difficult to comment more specifically.
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Answer: Skin necrosis after tummy tuck Dear Rogonzalez69,
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July 11, 2023
Answer: How likely are the chances of developing skin necrosis after tummy tuck? Thank you for your questions. If your procedure is performed by a reputable board certified plastic surgeon with knowledge of the procedure and the anatomy involved, the incidence of true skin necrosis should be very very low. The other important factor is the patient's overall health and post-op care. Patients who are overweight, diabetic, smokers, etc have a much higher incidence of this type of problem so patient selection is key. So if all those things are aligning for you, then you should be good to proceed.
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July 11, 2023
Answer: How likely are the chances of developing skin necrosis after tummy tuck? Thank you for your questions. If your procedure is performed by a reputable board certified plastic surgeon with knowledge of the procedure and the anatomy involved, the incidence of true skin necrosis should be very very low. The other important factor is the patient's overall health and post-op care. Patients who are overweight, diabetic, smokers, etc have a much higher incidence of this type of problem so patient selection is key. So if all those things are aligning for you, then you should be good to proceed.
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July 11, 2023
Answer: Necrosis Necrosis is rare, but is a risk of the procedure. I encourage you to visit with a board certified plastic surgeon to evaluate your skin quality and scar tissue. You will want to carefully select your surgeon as well as closely follow post op instructions. Your surgeon will cover signs and symptoms for you to look for as you heal.
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July 11, 2023
Answer: Necrosis Necrosis is rare, but is a risk of the procedure. I encourage you to visit with a board certified plastic surgeon to evaluate your skin quality and scar tissue. You will want to carefully select your surgeon as well as closely follow post op instructions. Your surgeon will cover signs and symptoms for you to look for as you heal.
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July 11, 2023
Answer: Skin Necrosis Risk After Tummy Tuck in Patients with Prior C-sections and Tummy Tucks It's difficult to precisely quantify the risk of skin necrosis after a tummy tuck as it depends on various factors, including your overall health status, surgical technique, and postoperative care. However, I can say that in the majority of cases, particularly for non-smokers and non-diabetics like yourself, the risk is relatively low.
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July 11, 2023
Answer: Skin Necrosis Risk After Tummy Tuck in Patients with Prior C-sections and Tummy Tucks It's difficult to precisely quantify the risk of skin necrosis after a tummy tuck as it depends on various factors, including your overall health status, surgical technique, and postoperative care. However, I can say that in the majority of cases, particularly for non-smokers and non-diabetics like yourself, the risk is relatively low.
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