Is there a high risk of blood clots during a tummy tuck procedure?

July 10, 2015
Asked By:taylorplay1955 in West Virginia, WV

I watched a video of a Dr speaking about tummy tucks, he said, there is a higher risk of blood clots with a tummy tuck than other types of surgery, why is this?

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July 16, 2015

Answer: Blood clots and tummy tuck

July 16, 2015

Answer: Blood clots and tummy tuck

July 14, 2015

Answer: DVT and Tummy Tucks

July 14, 2015

Answer: DVT and Tummy Tucks

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