I'm 23 days post-op from a TT. Had my drains removed on day 8 post op. They averaged less than 27 cc' s total in two 24 hour periods prior to removal. I started noticing a lot of swelling above the incision a few days ago. Had an appt with my surgeon today and he treated with serial aspiration removing about 110 cc's of fluid. My questions are (1) any theories as to why I formed a seroma and (2) what can I do to prevent It from returning? Thanks for your guidance!
June 23, 2015
Answer: Check the protein level You must check the level of serum protein. At low protein oncotic edema develop. If it is lower than 75 g / l - increase protein in the diet. Required the compression bandage. If there seroma month after surgery - may be required resurgery: removing seromas capsule.
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June 23, 2015
Answer: Check the protein level You must check the level of serum protein. At low protein oncotic edema develop. If it is lower than 75 g / l - increase protein in the diet. Required the compression bandage. If there seroma month after surgery - may be required resurgery: removing seromas capsule.
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June 23, 2015
Answer: Recurrent seroma after tummy tuck Recurrent seroma after a tummy tuck happens in up to 8%. Progressive tension sutures on the underside of the skin flap prevents seroma formation and I have used this in all my abdominoplasty and significantly reduce my seroma rate. Since it has happened in your case, your surgeon will aspirate the seroma frequently and your body will eventually stop forming fluid. He could also add a medication such as kenalog into the seroma cavity to prevent recurrence after aspiration. Good luck.
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June 23, 2015
Answer: Recurrent seroma after tummy tuck Recurrent seroma after a tummy tuck happens in up to 8%. Progressive tension sutures on the underside of the skin flap prevents seroma formation and I have used this in all my abdominoplasty and significantly reduce my seroma rate. Since it has happened in your case, your surgeon will aspirate the seroma frequently and your body will eventually stop forming fluid. He could also add a medication such as kenalog into the seroma cavity to prevent recurrence after aspiration. Good luck.
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