Is a seroma that is 9.3x1.7x8.9 cm considered big or small? Is there a reason why it might not drain with a needle and syringe?

When it comes to seromas, sizes as “small, moderate, large,
etc.” are a subjective thing. A 9 cm
seroma ina woman who weighs 115 pounds can be quite large, but may be in
visible in a woman who weighs 200 pounds.Regardless, a seroma with the measurements you described can be aspirated
with a needle and syringe.Seromas can
occur after an abdominoplasty in areas where the fat has not healed down to the
muscle wall.Typically, they can be drained
with the patient standing up in the office through an area of the skin which is
still numb.Oftentimes, more than one aspiration may be necessary, but the
likelihood of recurrence decreases with each aspiration.I would certainly express your concerns to
the plastic surgeon who performed her procedure.best of luck!Dr. Subbio

Hi, thank you for your question. You are concerned about a seroma which has been monitored. I recommend that you consult with your PS to seek his/her opinion. In my opinion, it is large enough to be drained via syringe. Please contact your PS for follow up care. Best Wishes!#seroma  #syringe  #drain

From your description of a water bed movement and the size of your seroma it should be aspirated. Your surgeon can do this in the office or the radiologist could aspirate it as well.