Surgery 2 wks ago to repair a large diastasis recti & umbilical hernia. 3 days later, I developed a mild fever and was sent to the ER. They did a CT scan and noticed a large seroma with a small air pocket which they believed to be the start of an infection, was given antibiotics. I have since had it drained a total of 3x's. Each time removing around 400 ccs. Most recent aspiration was this morning & after a few hours feels full again. Surgeon wants to see me in 2wks. Any thing else I can do?
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January 4, 2011
Answer: Chronic seroma might require another operation after tummy tuck.
Men can be effected by a congenital diastasis recti, and depending on the severity of the separation, a variety of approaches using limited incisions can be used to repair a diastasis recti.
Yes this has been done in the past and is called a endocorporeal repair of the diastasis recti. It is more commonly performed by general surgeons and although it CAN be done, it will be difficult to find a surgeon who will perform it as they typically do not believe it lasts. It probably has...
The safest way to perform muscle plication tightening is through an open approach (Tummy tuck incision). This allows the surgeon to place sutures around the muscle safely and securely, without injury to the bowel. If you have excess skin, then it is best to remove it at time of...
