Is CoolSculpting safe for us that have had a hysterectomy?

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I had a full hysterectomy 1 1/2 year ago. Will cool sculpting be safe? I'm 5'3, 144 lbs and I do have some fatty hangover where the my stomach was cut across the lower belly

Sheila S. Nazarian, MD · Answer

As long as your scars are healed and you do not have any hernias, Coolsculpting is safe after any intra-abdominal surgery.Best of Luck,Sheila Nazarian

Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACS · Answer

I appreciate your question.As long as the abdominal wall is intact (no hernia) it is safe. Typically the fat is above this area for treatment anywayThe best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.best of luck!Dr Schwartz

Michael A. Zadeh, MD, FACS · Answer

As long as you don't have a hernia in the area being treated then CoolSculpting is perfectly safe to do after a hysterectomy. If you have a lot of scar tissue in the area it will not affect the scar tissue, but it will reduce the fat. Make sure you see an experienced physician provider for an accurate assessment.

Himansu Shah, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question. Coolsculpting  is a very safe procedure and it can be performed on the abdomen as long as you have enough pinchable fat. If you have an umbilical or ventral hernia I would not recommend Coolsculpting for that. Having scars does not prevent anyone from undergoing Coolsculpting procedure. I would recommend for you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon to determine if your candidate for Coolsculpting. Good luck.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Coolsculpting is safe as long as there are no hernias in the area and can be performed if the fat fits into the applicator without issue. Best, Dr. Emer.

Is CoolSculpting safe for us that have had a hysterectomy?

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