Thank you for your question.It is hard to determine the extent of the wound through a photo, an in person evaluation would be better. In the photo you posted, the wound does not look infected. The edges are red and there is some skin necrosis, that is the black tissue. Inside the wound there is granulation tissue, which is pink/yellow in color. I would personally manage this wound as an outpatient, I would not admit to the hospital.

Not sure. I would need more information to help with this question. There are many variables to consider. If there is active infection then you need to have this taken care of with antibiotics through the IV and perhaps surgery to removed dead tissue like i see in the photos that you put up. Sometimes this can be done as an outpatient basis but I would need more information to better help you. Good luck with your recovery.

HI fenyes, Usually this can be treated with local debridement in the office and after the wound is relatively clean, a wound vac can be placed. It is annoying to have it for awhile but it can save you from going back to surgery. It also is the best way to be sure that the wound is clean and ready to be closed.Please keep in close contact with your surgeon as he/she should be supervising this wound care.Good Luck,Dr. Christine Rodgers

Dear Feneyes007, You have a wound dehiscence (your wound opened up) and will require close and frequent follow up with your surgeon. Not all open wounds are infected and even if it were, not all infections require hospitalization. Please keep your wound clean and follow your surgeons instructions. This may require more surgery and can take weeks to months to heal fully. Good luck. Dr. Gervais.

Thank you for your question and providing a photo. Not all complications require hospitalization. Based on your photo you will require good wound care and may require returning to the OR. You should keep in close contact with your PS Best of luck

Dear fenyes007,this type of wound complication can occur after tummy tuck. It is usually caused by poor blood flow or smoking. Your wound should be cleaned and necrotic tissue should be removed. I would suggest you to consult your plastic surgeon, follow your surgeon's instructions and keep your wound clean and covered. It can take few weeks or months for wound to fully heal. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery