I had a WONDERFULL TUMMY TUCK 15 YEARS AGO.And i just had a baby last year.I had a vaginal birth and had no complications from TT, except things were a bit tight and I carried high.But now with this pregnancy Ihave to have a C-section due to placenta previa. I'm so scared!Will it be difficult because of my TT?Have no idea if the muscels were sown together, and Doc is out of practice, now.Can't find any info on C-section after Tummy Tuck, help! Hope to hv a new TT when this is all over.
February 10, 2011
Answer: C section surgery after a TT
Congrats on your upcoming baby ! Its likely that the contouring improvements you gained from TT surgery will be lost after your pregnancy- but these issues can be addressed 12-16 months post partum. Your OB will likely do a typical Cesarean approach using a low pelvic scar. The fact that you have had a TT should not complicate this important operation.
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February 10, 2011
Answer: C section surgery after a TT
Congrats on your upcoming baby ! Its likely that the contouring improvements you gained from TT surgery will be lost after your pregnancy- but these issues can be addressed 12-16 months post partum. Your OB will likely do a typical Cesarean approach using a low pelvic scar. The fact that you have had a TT should not complicate this important operation.
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June 26, 2018
Answer: C-section after a tummy tuck Despite your prior tummy tuck, a planned C-section will not be problem for your OB at the time you are due. You may wish to discuss your concerns with your OB so you can anticipate the incision used. Most will use a low transverse incision called a phanenstiel incision which can be approached through the tummy tuck scar, though based on your photo the usual incision would be placed a bit lower. Also, some will choose a low mid-line incision if they need the 'room' or exposure for a safe outcome. Come what may, you and baby should do well. Best of luck, peterejohnsonmd
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June 26, 2018
Answer: C-section after a tummy tuck Despite your prior tummy tuck, a planned C-section will not be problem for your OB at the time you are due. You may wish to discuss your concerns with your OB so you can anticipate the incision used. Most will use a low transverse incision called a phanenstiel incision which can be approached through the tummy tuck scar, though based on your photo the usual incision would be placed a bit lower. Also, some will choose a low mid-line incision if they need the 'room' or exposure for a safe outcome. Come what may, you and baby should do well. Best of luck, peterejohnsonmd
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