Can non-absorable sutures be used for closure of Tummy Tuck?

October 30, 2023
Asked By:proudmommyoffour in Modesto, California

I had a full tummy tuck with muscle repair done in 2018 then had a revision in 2021. Both times I had hypersensitivity to dissolvable sutures that caused hypertrophic scarring where the sutures were placed. I am wanting to get the scar revised however do not want to risk the same issue occurring. Can regular sutures be used for individuals with hypersensitivity.

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November 1, 2023

Answer: Scar hypertrophy

November 1, 2023

Answer: Scar hypertrophy

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