Are there any possible long term effects after a tummy tuck and flank liposuction?

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After a tummy tuck and flank liposuction are they any possible side effects in the future ie: bladder prolapse, organ adhesions. Uterine issues or bowel concerns.

Carmina Cardenas, MD · Answer

You must  acknowledge that during a regular not complicated Tummytuck, and no need of hernia repair, we never ever go into the abdominal cavity where all organs are. 
So there is no possibility of any organ inside which may be damaged during or after surgery. 
All plastic surgeries represent working on skin and fat and nothing else. 
Dr. Cárdenas

David Shokrian, MD · Answer

Hi there, One long term effect after a tummy tuck and flank liposuction would be numbness at the incision sites. There should be no uterine/bowel issues long term.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear cwarr, 
both tummy tuck and liposuction are performed above the muscles, so it doesn't affect internal organs. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

There are risks with any surgery, but they are rare with a tummy tuck.  The most common risks are bleeding, infection, tissue loss, wound complications, and change in sensation.  Your surgeon will go over the procedures in detail including the risks and benefits.  Most patients have an uneventful recovery with beautiful results.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

A TT is generally considered a safe procedure in a healthy patient. Complications include bleeding, infection, bruising, swelling, and delayed wound healing. Severe complications are rare. A TT will not cause bladder prolapse, organ adhesions, uterine issue, and bowel concerns. Be sure to select a board certified PS who is an expert in lipo and TTs.

Maryam Zamani (Saheb-Al-Zamani), MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. Both a tummy tuck procedure and liposuction only address the excess fat and skin above the muscle layer. The abdominal cavity (where the organs are located) is deep to the muscle layer and unaffected by these procedures. Please see a board-certified surgeon in consultation to discuss your concerns, treatment options, and to have your questions answered in detail.Best Regards,Dr. Zamani

Are there any possible long term effects after a tummy tuck and flank liposuction?

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