Is a Prevena Wound Vac necessary for an arm and thigh lift?

Question

I’m having an arm and thigh lift after major weight loss in September. My surgeon gave me an option to take the prevena wound vac for a price. Is it truly necessary to heal my wounds? I’m a 33 year old female. I just had a mommy makeover in May if this information helps.

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your inquiry about the need for a Wound Vac during an arm or thigh lift. Wound Vacs are typically used to assist in the healing of large wounds, helping to bring the edges together through suction.
In elective procedures like arm lifts (brachioplasties), thigh lifts (thighplasties), or reductions, a Wound Vac is usually not necessary. These devices are more relevant for wound management rather than in preventing complications in cosmetic surgery.
In conclusion, a Wound Vac is generally not utilized in elective arm and thigh procedures. I hope this clarifies your question.
Sincerely,
Dr. Katzen

Kristopher Hamwi, MD · Answer

Negative pressure dressings, also known as wound vacs, are sometimes placed over incisions that are high risk for complications or to help patients achieve smaller scars. These dressings help incisions heal faster.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

These wounds vacs can be very helpful, especially in areas that are harder to heal, like the groin areas, because of movement and rick of contamination. If you do not go with the wound vac, be prepared to deal with some wound issues that might arise. You might just heal beautifully, too.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

A wound vac is not generally necessary for an arm lift.  Some surgeons do use drains depending on the extent of the procedure.  Compression is often helpful for the first 4-6 weeks of recovery to help manage swelling and give support to healing tissues.

Jose Segura, MD, PhD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hello, thank you for sharing your question. In the case of arm and bust surgery, the recommendation is to perform them simultaneously. The use of prevena can improve healing by reducing inflammation and favoring wound closure, but if the surgery is successful I think it is an unnecessary expense for this type of procedure. I hope you consider this opinión.

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