Getting a full tummy tuck in 2 weeks doc offered an alternative to drains, a tissueglue relatively new. Doc usually uses drains though. Its no extra charge. Not having to deal with drains would be great but shortcuts often go wrong. Doc uses a pleated or "pie crust" closure if that matters and I'll post some pics of myself not overweight but have a lot of loose skin on tummy.
Answer: Tissue glue vs drains in Abdominoplasty surgery Hi,Thank you for your question and photos.I'm afraid drains are a necessary evil when it comes to minimizing seromas in TT surgery. Yes, they're uncomfortable, but I believe them to be necessary. Quilting the tissues below has also proven to help minimize incidence in seroma formation. Take it easy and good luck in your upcoming surgery.Happy healing!
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Answer: Tissue glue vs drains in Abdominoplasty surgery Hi,Thank you for your question and photos.I'm afraid drains are a necessary evil when it comes to minimizing seromas in TT surgery. Yes, they're uncomfortable, but I believe them to be necessary. Quilting the tissues below has also proven to help minimize incidence in seroma formation. Take it easy and good luck in your upcoming surgery.Happy healing!
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Answer: Tissue Glue vs. Drains With a Tummy Tuck The purpose of applying #drains to a tummy tuck is to release extra fluid that may otherwise accumulate under the skin, fat or muscle following a surgery. Patients generally find this annoying and uncomfortable and they can impede mobility and therefore slow aspects of #healing. Over the years, surgeons have improved procedures and found ways to eliminate the need for these #drains in a variety of operations; including #tummy #tuck or #abdominoplasty.I have found that most of my patients do very well with the exception of those have large areas of liposuction or lipo-abdominoplasty. I may use drains on a case by case basis for these patients. Also, a newer option now can include the use of tissue #glue to adhere the a#bdominal #skin to the #muscle; eliminating any space that previously required a drain.If you go to a plastic #surgeon who uses drains, or if your situation requires drains, they usually stay in 3-5 days but may be required to remain in longer. The most important decision to be made before performing any surgical procedure is determining whether you are an ideal #candidate. Your board-certified plastic surgeon will recommend the type best suited for you during a one-on-one in-person consultation. Also, another element to a satisfying result of your procedures are realistic #expectations.
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Answer: Tissue Glue vs. Drains With a Tummy Tuck The purpose of applying #drains to a tummy tuck is to release extra fluid that may otherwise accumulate under the skin, fat or muscle following a surgery. Patients generally find this annoying and uncomfortable and they can impede mobility and therefore slow aspects of #healing. Over the years, surgeons have improved procedures and found ways to eliminate the need for these #drains in a variety of operations; including #tummy #tuck or #abdominoplasty.I have found that most of my patients do very well with the exception of those have large areas of liposuction or lipo-abdominoplasty. I may use drains on a case by case basis for these patients. Also, a newer option now can include the use of tissue #glue to adhere the a#bdominal #skin to the #muscle; eliminating any space that previously required a drain.If you go to a plastic #surgeon who uses drains, or if your situation requires drains, they usually stay in 3-5 days but may be required to remain in longer. The most important decision to be made before performing any surgical procedure is determining whether you are an ideal #candidate. Your board-certified plastic surgeon will recommend the type best suited for you during a one-on-one in-person consultation. Also, another element to a satisfying result of your procedures are realistic #expectations.
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February 24, 2016
Answer: Drains, Glue, and the Like I have used the tissue glue, which I think is great on delicate skin of the face but not so much the abdomen. I also routinely "quilt" the skin down to the abdominal wall to limit fluid and blood from collecting. Everybody then gets an ultrasound at each of my office visits. Guess what ? fluid still builds up as can be seen on ultrasound. So I do use drains, but for a shorter period of time 4 -6 days usually, never more than 10. I want the skin to perfectly stick down to the newly sculpted abdominal wall and fluid ca interfere with that.
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February 24, 2016
Answer: Drains, Glue, and the Like I have used the tissue glue, which I think is great on delicate skin of the face but not so much the abdomen. I also routinely "quilt" the skin down to the abdominal wall to limit fluid and blood from collecting. Everybody then gets an ultrasound at each of my office visits. Guess what ? fluid still builds up as can be seen on ultrasound. So I do use drains, but for a shorter period of time 4 -6 days usually, never more than 10. I want the skin to perfectly stick down to the newly sculpted abdominal wall and fluid ca interfere with that.
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February 25, 2016
Answer: Glue versus drains Since your surgeon has assessed you in person, I would trust his or her recommendation. However, one of the risks with any new glue would be a possible allergic reaction so keep that in mind. My best,
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February 25, 2016
Answer: Glue versus drains Since your surgeon has assessed you in person, I would trust his or her recommendation. However, one of the risks with any new glue would be a possible allergic reaction so keep that in mind. My best,
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February 25, 2016
Answer: Closing the abdominal wound in a tummy tuck We know that we can get very good results using quilting sutures to decrease drainage with a tummy tuck. Using glue can be very expensive and has the additional risk of an allergic reaction. Although you have been offered alternatives, I would ask your doctor to make the decision which may be best for you.
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February 25, 2016
Answer: Closing the abdominal wound in a tummy tuck We know that we can get very good results using quilting sutures to decrease drainage with a tummy tuck. Using glue can be very expensive and has the additional risk of an allergic reaction. Although you have been offered alternatives, I would ask your doctor to make the decision which may be best for you.
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