Tummy tuck and blood loss: how common are blood transfusions?

This is extremely uncommon.  It is more likely if a patient has a hematoma (bleeding beneath skin flap) after a tummy tuck, but even than, not likely if identified and treated right away.Since the risk of a hematoma is greatest in the first 12 hours after surgery, I keep all of my fully tummy tuck patients overnight with a private duty nurse.Best of luck!Dr. Romanelli

This is extremely unlikely. I have never had to give a blood transfusion for a standard abdominoplasty.
Good Luck
Dr Steve Merten, Sydney, Australia

Many thanks for posting your question.Fortunately, it is extremely rare to require a blood transfusion in tummy tuck surgery - in fact, I cannot recall ever having heard of a patient needing one.However, all surgery carries a risk of bleeding, and in extreme cases (although extremely rare), it might be that a blood transfusion is considered.I would suggest discussing in person with a plastic surgeon to explore the optionsGood luck

In my practice, it is not common to use blood transfusions for tummy tuck and other body contouring procedures. However, I make sure all patients avoid blood thinners and have a high red blood cell count before entering the surgery suite. Bleeding is a risk of all operations so have a long discussion about your concern with your plastic surgeon.Best wishes, Dr. ALDO 

I have been doing tummy tucks for 30 years and have only had one patient that required transfusion.  This was not during the surgery, but after a post op bleed requiring re operation.  I would feel comfortable operating on you assuming your pre operative labs were within normal limits.
Good luck,
Dr. T