I have 100 more lbs to lose. Was diagnosed with a mild abdominal aorta aneurysms. Will I still be able to get a tummy tuck?

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Jennifer Greer, MD · Answer

It may be possible to have a tummy tuck with your aortic aneurysm, but you need to see your vascular surgeon first to make sure elective surgery is safe.

Deborah Sillins, MD · Answer

Having an abdominal aneurysm is concerning. You would need to get medical clearance from a vascular surgeon who deals with them. He may want to fix the aneurysm first.

Jeffrey Weinzweig, MD, FACS · Answer

Thanks for your question.  I treat patients after massive weight loss with tummy tucks very often but the added risk of an abdominal aneurysm is one that your general surgeon will need to assess to determine if you are a candidate for this procedure.  It may very well not be a contraindication to this procedure but you will certainly need clearance that only an expert treating abdominal aneurysms can provide.  Best of luck!

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