I’m aware that lymph nodes should not disrupted during a brachioplasty, but what about the lymphatic system in a whole? I keep reading stories of women contracting cellulitis years after their surgery and it being contributed to the lymphatic system being distrusted?
August 28, 2019
Answer: Lymphatics and Brachioplasty The brachioplasty will often come close to the lymphatics so care must be exercised to avoid damaging them. Lymphedema after brachioplasty is a very rare complication, and in my experience cellutlis is very rare also.These are good questions to bring up with your plastic surgeon; ask him or her what the plan is to avoid disruption of the lymph system. Best wishes.
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August 28, 2019
Answer: Lymphatics and Brachioplasty The brachioplasty will often come close to the lymphatics so care must be exercised to avoid damaging them. Lymphedema after brachioplasty is a very rare complication, and in my experience cellutlis is very rare also.These are good questions to bring up with your plastic surgeon; ask him or her what the plan is to avoid disruption of the lymph system. Best wishes.
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August 14, 2019
Answer: Brachioplasty Thank you for your question.With any surgery there can be disruption to the lymphatic system. Over time and as your body heals, the lymphatic system will repair itself. I would suggest an in person consultation for evaluation to make sure you feel comfortable with your surgeon and discuss all of your concerns up front. Good luck.
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August 14, 2019
Answer: Brachioplasty Thank you for your question.With any surgery there can be disruption to the lymphatic system. Over time and as your body heals, the lymphatic system will repair itself. I would suggest an in person consultation for evaluation to make sure you feel comfortable with your surgeon and discuss all of your concerns up front. Good luck.
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