Muscle Repair & Hernia Revision

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When having a muscle repair failure and a new onset hernia respaired is this typically done through the TT scar ? Also is the belly button detached? More skin removed ? Are drains typically utilized? Have an upper belly buldge and CT confirmed a hernia and muscle seperation. Ty

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Straightforward1695,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Matthew Zeiderman, MD · Answer

This is a good question, but not a straightforward answer because more information is needed. You really need to be examined and have your tissues assessed to be able to provide a more concrete answer. All likelihood this could be done three old tummy tuck incision though, and there’s a good chance you would need drains. Whether or not there’s skin excision or what is done with your belly button depends on the characteristic of your hernia or diastasis and what kind of new scars you might be willing to accept, if needed. A consultation with a plastic surgeon will be needed to figure out what will be best for you. Hope you find this helpful.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

How the hernia is repaired depends upon if you go to a general surgeon and let your insurance cover this, or if you go back to a plastic surgeon. Most general surgeons will try to repair the hernia using the scope with small incisions or make a vertical incision in the are of the hernia. Most plastic surgeons will reopen the inferior scar to do the work. they would also remove excess skin if needed. Drains may or may not be used depending upon the surgeon. With a hernia, sometimes the belly button has to be sacrificed.

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