I am planning to get a Tummy Tuck surgery but I am wondering If I could have my arms and thigh lipo'ed at the same time with my TT surgery. Or should I do the Lipo first before the TT? Please enlighten me.
February 9, 2014
Answer: Lipo at the same time as TT The decision to undergo more surgery at the same time is a very common point of discussion during consultation. Doing liposuction of those areas is not likely to affect the end result of your abdominoplasty. There is some data to suggest that doing other surgery, in addition to a TT, can increase the risk of some uncommon complications. For that reason it is not an absolute easy decision but there are strategies that can be implemented to minimize that risk.Best,Dr. Pyle
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February 9, 2014
Answer: Lipo at the same time as TT The decision to undergo more surgery at the same time is a very common point of discussion during consultation. Doing liposuction of those areas is not likely to affect the end result of your abdominoplasty. There is some data to suggest that doing other surgery, in addition to a TT, can increase the risk of some uncommon complications. For that reason it is not an absolute easy decision but there are strategies that can be implemented to minimize that risk.Best,Dr. Pyle
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February 7, 2014
Answer: Liposuction and tummy tuck Great question. Liposuction and tummy tuck can be combined. When you are talking about large volumes, the complexity and risks increase, particularly risk of bleeding into the tummy tuck site from the tunnels created by liposuction if the abdomen is suctioned. This can lead to re-operation or higher risk of blood transfusion.Make sure you see a board certified plastic surgeon who does a lot of these types of surgeries. I routinely perform such operations, removing up to 5 liters of fat in the arms and thighs or abdomen with abdominoplasty with excellent success. You need to be healthy and in an appropriately accredited center and I would definitely recommend over night stay for monitoring and safety.Best of luck
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February 7, 2014
Answer: Liposuction and tummy tuck Great question. Liposuction and tummy tuck can be combined. When you are talking about large volumes, the complexity and risks increase, particularly risk of bleeding into the tummy tuck site from the tunnels created by liposuction if the abdomen is suctioned. This can lead to re-operation or higher risk of blood transfusion.Make sure you see a board certified plastic surgeon who does a lot of these types of surgeries. I routinely perform such operations, removing up to 5 liters of fat in the arms and thighs or abdomen with abdominoplasty with excellent success. You need to be healthy and in an appropriately accredited center and I would definitely recommend over night stay for monitoring and safety.Best of luck
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