I had an amazing tummy tuck with great results but within year had an emergency gall bladder removal laparoscopically. The Incision near my belly button is very prominent with some keloid formation. What are my options to get rid of the scar? I am so sad because the scar is ruining the purpose of the tummy tuck.
Answer: Gallbladder incision scars post Tummy Tuck/Abdominoplasty Make sure to follow-up with a plastic surgeon for evaluation of possible keloid treatment such as intralesional corticosteroids (Kenalog). Kenalog is the most commonly used as treatment for keloids. Corticosteroids soften and flatten the keloid via anti-inflammatory mechanism and vasoconstriction. Intralesional 5-fluorouracil (5-FU) can be used if the keloid does not respond to Kenalog. Another option includes silicon gel sheeting and silicone gel. Studies have shown that silicone gel reduces the thickness and improve the appearance of keloids. If conservative therapy fails, surgery is an option such as keloid excision with revision. However, surgical excision of keloids has been associated with recurrence rates of up to 50-100% but when combined with intradermal corticosteroid injections recurrence falls to 4% (Can J Plast Surg 2013).
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Answer: Gallbladder incision scars post Tummy Tuck/Abdominoplasty Make sure to follow-up with a plastic surgeon for evaluation of possible keloid treatment such as intralesional corticosteroids (Kenalog). Kenalog is the most commonly used as treatment for keloids. Corticosteroids soften and flatten the keloid via anti-inflammatory mechanism and vasoconstriction. Intralesional 5-fluorouracil (5-FU) can be used if the keloid does not respond to Kenalog. Another option includes silicon gel sheeting and silicone gel. Studies have shown that silicone gel reduces the thickness and improve the appearance of keloids. If conservative therapy fails, surgery is an option such as keloid excision with revision. However, surgical excision of keloids has been associated with recurrence rates of up to 50-100% but when combined with intradermal corticosteroid injections recurrence falls to 4% (Can J Plast Surg 2013).
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December 30, 2016
Answer: Gall bladder scar The scar in the photo appears to be an early keloid. Have your surgeon evaluate it for a kenalog injection. The other options can be scar excision / revision.
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December 30, 2016
Answer: Gall bladder scar The scar in the photo appears to be an early keloid. Have your surgeon evaluate it for a kenalog injection. The other options can be scar excision / revision.
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