Would a CT Scan with contrast show if a muscle repair that was done during TT is blown or not?

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or would you need MRI or some other test to show that

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Generally speaking, careful physical examination is the best "test" when it comes to making a diagnosis in situations like this. Occasionally, imaging studies such as  ultrasounds or CT scans may be helpful.  Best wishes.

Tarick K. Smiley, MD · Answer

A physical exam might suffice.  If there is a palpable gap between the pair of abdominal muscle, which runs from the breastbone down to the area above the pubis, there is diastasis recti or weakness of the abdominal muscle.

Good luck and best wishes.

Mathew A. Plant, MD, FRCSC · Answer

It should pick it up if the muscle repair has come apart unless it is in a very small area. The best first step if you think you have ruptured the repair is see your surgeon to be examined. Best of luck!

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

The best way to determine if you have an adequate muscle repair is to perform an exam in person.  Good luck.

Rick Rosen, MD · Answer

I would try to get that information from a good examination. The tests are expensive and may not be covered by insurance as well. A change in appearance occurs with a disrupted repair, which should lead one to the diagnosis normally. Sometimes controlled muscle strengthening exercises may help.

Would a CT Scan with contrast show if a muscle repair that was done during TT is blown or not?

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Answer: Muscle repair

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Answer: CT scan show a disrupted Diastasis Repair

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Would a CT Scan with contrast show if a muscle repair that was done during TT is blown or not?

Answers (7)

Answer: Muscle repair

Answer: Muscle repair

Answer: CT scan show a disrupted Diastasis Repair

Answer: CT scan show a disrupted Diastasis Repair

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