I had pannectomy and a tummy tuck November 2nd. I had three drains total two have been removed the third is still in and putting out 70 CC's a day. Is this unusual 3 months after the surgery to still have a drain in?
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Having abnormal lab values is not necessarily a contraindication for surgery. It depends on the degree of abnormality. The labwork should be reviewed by your hematologist who will advise if further steps are needed before you are a candidate for a tummy tuck.
With a BMI of 44 you will first need to lose weight before considering a tummy tuck. Those with a BMI above 30 have a higher risk of complications such as poor wound healing, infection, and seroma formation. Being as close to possible to your ideal body weight will also allow your surgeon the...
I'm sorry that you are unhappy with your scar placement. It does indeed look higher than typical. Once you have recovered from surgery and the tissues settle you may be able to have it lowered somewhat. I encourage you to discuss your concerns with your surgeon.