How safe is a tummy tuck for a 68 year old woman?

November 22, 2019
Asked By:ourkids4 in Ohio, OH

I am a 68 year old woman. I do have high blood pressure and diabetes which are both controlled. I have had 5 back surgeries in the last two years. I have lost 70lbs and kept it off for four years. I am 5'6" 164lbs. I would like to have your advise on this situation.

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January 1, 2020

Answer: Medical clearances

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December 1, 2019

Answer: General health bigger factor

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November 26, 2019

Answer: How safe is a tummy tuck for a 68 year old woman?

Kenneth Hughes, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
November 26, 2019

Answer: How safe is a tummy tuck for a 68 year old woman?

Kenneth Hughes, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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November 26, 2019

Answer: Tummy tuck

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November 26, 2019

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November 25, 2019

Answer: How safe is a tummy tuck for a 68 year old woman

Camille Cash, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
November 25, 2019

Answer: How safe is a tummy tuck for a 68 year old woman

Camille Cash, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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