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Tummy Tuck with Hypermobile Ehlers Danlos Syndrome - Possibility for Future Pregnancy, QOL Severely Impacted by DRA.

Pieta22Jun 28, 2024
As a patient diagnosed with hEDS, 7 cm DRA + hernias, I am considering a TT. I have had this condition since my 1st baby, and now have had 6 babies 9-11 lbs. DRA, severe back and abdominal pain, nausea, and POP have significantly reduce QOL. I am in my 20s and may want another baby in my 30s, but believe a TT would improve my health. Have done years of PT. What outcomes may occur with a TT with hEDS +/- w/ future pregnancy after TT? Is there a chance of success? Open to revision in future.

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Dr. Connie Hiers, MD, FACS
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Answered on Jul 10, 2024
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