Is It Possible to Have a Tummy Tuck at 240 Pounds?

February 13, 2013
Asked By:Oopla

2003 I had gastric bypass at 422 lbs. I'm down to 240. Have plateaued for last 4 years after breaking femur & knee. 5 ops to fix it. Knee replaced. Will be mobility challenged for life. Lost weight everywhere...except my stomach. Flaps of skin on my arms, sides of my breasts, shar pei face, melted thighs. Butt is tiny and boney. But a small child hugs my waist. Like to cut apron strings. Is a lateral high tension tummy tuck possible? Is there any other option to save my knee and back.

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February 18, 2013

Answer: Patients who are overweight may still benefit from a tummy tuck.

February 18, 2013

Answer: Patients who are overweight may still benefit from a tummy tuck.

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February 18, 2013

Answer: Massive weight loss excess

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February 15, 2013

Answer: You are not in conditions to realize any kind os surgery/ no estas en condiciones de realizar cualquier cirugia

February 15, 2013

Answer: You are not in conditions to realize any kind os surgery/ no estas en condiciones de realizar cualquier cirugia