Torn Suture or Muscle 7 Weeks After Diastasis Recti Repair? (photo)

Question

i had open diastasis recti repair surgery in June. the diastasis was sutured with prolene. healing has been smooth, until last week. i got food poisoning and vomited a 6 times in the middle of the night. i was wearing my binder (and have been religiously) at the time, and also splinting with my hands. i didn't hear any "pop", and was not terribly sore the next day. its been very sore each of 4 days since, and i fear a torn suture. is this likely/possible? please see the pictures for more. THX!

Amy T. Bandy, DO, FACS · Answer

From your photo, I do not see anything to be concerned for, it does not appear that you have torn your repair. Vomiting can certainly cause enough pressure over a diastasis repair where suture rupture or tearing can happen, but I think you are likely safely assured that it has not. Be sure to notify your surgeon of the event, and monitor the healing, but I think you are safe!

Remus Repta, MD · Answer

Hello,

	Thank you for the question and the photos.  AT 7 weeks after your tummy tuck most the strength of the healing has occurred.  If you do not notice a difference in your abdominal shape after the "pop" I would take comfort in knowing that it is likely ok.  To make sure as well as for comfort I would continue to wear the abdominal binder and refrain from vigourous activity until you are sure that everything is fine and you have had a chance to see your plastic surgeon.

	All the best,

	Dr. Remus Repta

Torn Suture or Muscle 7 Weeks After Diastasis Recti Repair? (photo)

Answers (2)

More Diastasis Recti Repair Questions

Torn Suture or Muscle 7 Weeks After Diastasis Recti Repair? (photo)

Answers (2)

More Diastasis Recti Repair Questions

Repair Surgery on Umbilical Hernia and Diastasis Recti. Can't Afford to Travel Outside of NC, and possibly on Medicaid?

6', 169lb Male with Diastasis Recti. Considering Corrective Surgery and Would Appreciate Advice? (photo)

Diastasis and Spinal Fusion