What is best practice to treat abdominal bulge and hernia after DIEP flap?

November 24, 2017
Asked By:Freudosa1 in Springfield, IL

Surgery was 10 weeks ago for bilateral mastectomy with immediate reconstruction. Left side via free tram and right side via diep. No problem with tram side. Diep side has significant bulge AND a hernia (confirmed). What is the best course to take now?

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December 1, 2017

Answer: Needs further evaluation..

December 1, 2017

Answer: Needs further evaluation..

June 20, 2023

Answer: Abdominal wall reconstruction

June 20, 2023

Answer: Abdominal wall reconstruction

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