Is it possible to have an epigastric hernia or another type of hernia, have a full tummy tuck, and not have the hernia discovered or repaired? Thanks for any input.
October 22, 2015
Answer: Hernia repair It is common to find small hernias at the time of a tummy tuck and these would be repaired at that time.
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October 22, 2015
Answer: Hernia repair It is common to find small hernias at the time of a tummy tuck and these would be repaired at that time.
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October 22, 2015
Answer: Would all abdominal hernias be discovered/repaired during a tummy tuck if there was no previous knowledge of one present? Yes, occasionally previously undiagnosed hernias can be encountered during tummy tuck surgery. These hernias are general repaired during the procedure. Best wishes.
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October 22, 2015
Answer: Would all abdominal hernias be discovered/repaired during a tummy tuck if there was no previous knowledge of one present? Yes, occasionally previously undiagnosed hernias can be encountered during tummy tuck surgery. These hernias are general repaired during the procedure. Best wishes.
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