Is something wrong when your drainage tube falls out three days after a breast reduction?
Answer: Drainage Tubes I would recommend you contact your surgeon about the situation. Some surgeons place drains for breast reductions that stay in for a few days after surgery. You want to make sure the entire drainage tube is removed so there is not a retained plastic component in your body. You should also monitor the area for any signs of fluid buildup (like swelling or a seroma), which may require attention. Your surgeon can provide specific guidance and check for any potential issues that could arise from the drain coming out prematurely. Our practice does not use drainage tubes for the majority of breast reductions. Krishna Vyas, MD, PhD, MHS Harvard, Hopkins, and Mayo Clinic Trained Aesthetic Plastic Surgeon New York, New York
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Answer: Drainage Tubes I would recommend you contact your surgeon about the situation. Some surgeons place drains for breast reductions that stay in for a few days after surgery. You want to make sure the entire drainage tube is removed so there is not a retained plastic component in your body. You should also monitor the area for any signs of fluid buildup (like swelling or a seroma), which may require attention. Your surgeon can provide specific guidance and check for any potential issues that could arise from the drain coming out prematurely. Our practice does not use drainage tubes for the majority of breast reductions. Krishna Vyas, MD, PhD, MHS Harvard, Hopkins, and Mayo Clinic Trained Aesthetic Plastic Surgeon New York, New York
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December 18, 2024
Answer: Breast Reduction Thank you for your question. This requires a call to your surgeon. Drains are in place for a reason. Reach out to your surgeon for guidance. Best wishes!
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December 18, 2024
Answer: Breast Reduction Thank you for your question. This requires a call to your surgeon. Drains are in place for a reason. Reach out to your surgeon for guidance. Best wishes!
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November 18, 2014
Answer: Drainage Tube Fell out 3 Days After Breast Reduction
Although many physicians do not drain breast reductions the inadvertent loss of a drainage tube by the third day will usually not cause any effect in the long term result. This has happened to many patients and surgeons with no consequences.
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November 18, 2014
Answer: Drainage Tube Fell out 3 Days After Breast Reduction
Although many physicians do not drain breast reductions the inadvertent loss of a drainage tube by the third day will usually not cause any effect in the long term result. This has happened to many patients and surgeons with no consequences.
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December 28, 2011
Answer: Drains and Breast Reduction?
Inadvertent drain removal will not necessarily require any intervention or cause any adverse affects. Close follow-up with your plastic surgeon is indicated.
Best wishes.
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December 28, 2011
Answer: Drains and Breast Reduction?
Inadvertent drain removal will not necessarily require any intervention or cause any adverse affects. Close follow-up with your plastic surgeon is indicated.
Best wishes.
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December 15, 2010
Answer: Breast reduciton drainage tuibe
The use of drainage tubes in breast reduction is somewhat controsversial. I frequently remove these at the first visit without any problem. Notify your surgeon, but it is likely he/she will do nothing other than observe.
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December 15, 2010
Answer: Breast reduciton drainage tuibe
The use of drainage tubes in breast reduction is somewhat controsversial. I frequently remove these at the first visit without any problem. Notify your surgeon, but it is likely he/she will do nothing other than observe.
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