Necrotizing Fasciitis. How often does this occur after a tummy tuck?

September 18, 2014
Asked By:n13 in AZ

If you haven't already heard, Leona Dieker died from this after her tummy tuck procedure on September 12, 2014. My surgery is scheduled for the November 20th. I'm freaking out.

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September 22, 2014

Answer: Necrotizing fasciitis

September 22, 2014

Answer: Necrotizing fasciitis

June 22, 2016

Answer: Necrotizing fasciitis

June 22, 2016

Answer: Necrotizing fasciitis

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