I am considering revision TT after a TT that is not great and BB was floated. i am concerned about an umbilical stenosis but would like to see what it actually looks like. This is the one thing weighing on me on whether I go for the full revision. thank you.
August 4, 2013
Answer: Risk of Umbilical Stenosis in Tummy Tuck
Umbilical stenosis is when the belly button becomes too small in diameter and too short in depth. It is relatively uncommon after a tummy tuck and there are numerous intraoperative techniques to prevent it and postoperative strategies to treat it.
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August 4, 2013
Answer: Risk of Umbilical Stenosis in Tummy Tuck
Umbilical stenosis is when the belly button becomes too small in diameter and too short in depth. It is relatively uncommon after a tummy tuck and there are numerous intraoperative techniques to prevent it and postoperative strategies to treat it.
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August 4, 2013
Answer: Ciatrical scar of umbilicus
When an incision is made completely around the umbilicus you can develop a ciatrical scar which essentially constricts down like a purse string. It is not totally preventable but with massage the incidence can be lowered.
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August 4, 2013
Answer: Ciatrical scar of umbilicus
When an incision is made completely around the umbilicus you can develop a ciatrical scar which essentially constricts down like a purse string. It is not totally preventable but with massage the incidence can be lowered.
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