Will a Tummy Tuck cause a disturbance to my bowel after a colon resection and ileostomy surgery? (photos)

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Hello, 5 yrs ago I had colon resection and the following week I had ileostomy surgery. The reversal was done 11 months later. As a result of these surgeries, the adhesions caused multiple bowel obstructions. Last year I had surgery to remove the adhesions. My belly is a mess; uneven & saggy. Am I a candidate for a Tummy Tuck?

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Hello Beautiful560,Great question. Than you for your pictures. A tummy tuck should not cause a disturbance to your bowl. Based on your images, you can be a tummy tuck candidate. Of course we will need medical clearance from your physician. Please visit a board certified plastic surgeon for a detailed surgical plan to achieve your desired results.

Robert S. Houser, DO · Answer

If you are done with your bowel surgeries (hopefully), then it would be a good time to have a tummy tuck.  You appear to have enough skin that all of the previous scars should be excised with the surgery, leaving you only with a low bikini scar and one around your belly button.  I'm not sure what your medical condition was that prompted the bowel resection, but you should have a nice result if it doesn't happen again.  Good luck!

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