What would case the necrosis of the tissue at the "T" sight on the abdominalplasty. This is a late 30s female, non smoker, is not exposed to second hand smoke, no medical issues previously. There was no liposuction conducted during the procedure. All pre op and post op protocols followed. Photos are attached and graphic. no drains were used.
January 29, 2015
Answer: Skin necrosis after a tummy tuck. Skin necrosis is really unusual in a non-smoker. It may be that the closure was too tight. Sometimes there is no clear explanation. The important thing now is to get this to heal in. You will be amazed at how much the normal healing process will shrink this large wound. It will take weeks to months but it should heal in. After healing, it will likely be possible for your surgeon to do some sort of scar revision to improve the appearance of this area. Make sure you keep your appointments with your surgeon and the wound care specialist, get good nutrition and plenty of rest. And try to keep your spirits up. This will heal and likely look better than you thought it could.Good luck and hang in there!
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January 29, 2015
Answer: Skin necrosis after a tummy tuck. Skin necrosis is really unusual in a non-smoker. It may be that the closure was too tight. Sometimes there is no clear explanation. The important thing now is to get this to heal in. You will be amazed at how much the normal healing process will shrink this large wound. It will take weeks to months but it should heal in. After healing, it will likely be possible for your surgeon to do some sort of scar revision to improve the appearance of this area. Make sure you keep your appointments with your surgeon and the wound care specialist, get good nutrition and plenty of rest. And try to keep your spirits up. This will heal and likely look better than you thought it could.Good luck and hang in there!
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