Can you have a tummy tuck if you have a mesh in your stomach for a hernia repair?

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I have a mesh in my stomach because my muscles came apart after child birth. My stomach is so big and I wish to have a tummy tuck, can it be done?

Yannis Alexandrides, MD, FACS · Answer

Yes you can, however you need to inform your surgeon that you've had this procedure and preferably provide him with an operative note to better understand the extent of the surgery and type of mesh used. There is a slight possibility of the mesh getting infected during this operation.

Steve Merten, FRACS - Account Suspended · Answer

Yes, you can have an abdominoplasty with mesh already present. Make sure the surgeon is aware of this before the surgery so he or she can plan around this.
Regards, Dr Steve Merten, Sydney

Anh Lee, MD, FACS · Answer

The answer is basically yes but it would be best to go for an in person consultation with a board certified PS who can examine you and go over your options.

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