If one has an Abdominoplasty with lipo under epidural and IV sedation, can Exparel be administered at the end of surgery? I was wondering about the cumulative local anesthesia and toxic dose levels.
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This is a question you should ask the surgeon doing the tummy tuck. Most patients can manage some stairs but need to be careful about placing stress on the wounds. A good support garment will also help. Good luck. Donald R. Nunn MD Atlanta Plastic Surgoen
I have had many patients lose up to 30 pounds after tummy tuck without affecting the results. More than tI am not so sure. Losing 20 pounds should not affect the result significantly.
Any surgeon should thoroughly evaluate you before surgery to determine any special considerations based on your health and to determine if there are any concerns that should be addressed prior to surgery. If you are healthy with no active medical problems and your surgeon has no additional...
