Is it common to have inguinal hernia 1 year post op tummy tuck?

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Ahmed Ali-Khan, FRCS (Plast) · Answer

Hi thank you for your question. They are not normally associated. It is unlikely your tummy tuck contributed to the development of a hernia in the inguinal region.
Best wishes.

Frederick G. Weniger, MD, FACS, MBA · Answer

Thank you for your question.The risk of an inguinal hernia is the same with or without a tummy tuck performed. If you do have an inguinal hernia, it is most likely not associated with your prior surgery.

Daniel Krochmal, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  No, it's not common to have an inguinal hernia appear after a tummy tuck, but it can happen.  You may have had a weakened inguinal region beforehand, and only now have a true hernia.  It does not mean the abdominoplasty actually caused the hernia, and many people have inguinal hernias without a tummy tuck beforehand.  I would see your original surgeon about it to discuss next steps.Best,Dr. Dan KrochmalMAE Plastic SurgeryNorthbrook, IL

Vasdev Rai, MD · Answer

Tummy Tucks have no bearing on hernias. Hernias after  tuumy tuck have same incidence as hernias without tummy tuck.

Anthony J. Taglienti, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Typically, no, this is not normal. It may be that you had a hernia prior to the surgery, and that you can just see it more after your procedure. Typically the incisions that are made are not *that* close to the area where you would have an inguinal hernia - but theoretically there is a potential that this can occur. However, this would be highly unlikely. I would suggest seeing your Plastic Surgeon and having him or her perform an examination. But, typically, no, this is not common.

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