Tummy Tuck: Prices, Photos, Reviews, Info, Q&A

Is not fluid what remains is the capsule that was containing the liquid, and this capsule is form by cells called fibroblasts. Its going to take time to dissapear and reorganize and maybe you will need injections of deposit steroids to make it dissapear. (Adolfo Sesto, MD, Dominican Republic Plastic Surgeon)

It is not uncommon to develop a seroma after a tummy tuck. The incidence of seromas is lessened with the use of drain designed to remove the fluid from underneath the skin. If a seroma forms despite the use of drains, a simple needle aspiration is all that is needed to resolve the issue.

This may take several visits over a week or two. Our bodies are very efficient in healing themselves and the fluid is routinely fully absorbed with no negative effects. As always, it is important to seek the expertise of a well experienced, board certified plastic surgeon when considering a tummy tuck! (Z. Paul Lorenc, MD, Manhattan Plastic Surgeon)

Signs of seroma after tummy tuck operation

The formation of seromas can be prevented by using tummy tuck drains. Over the past few years however I have been using progressive tension sutures to close the space between the skin and underlying muscles.

This technique allows for faster healing of the internal wound and less chance of seroma formation. If a seroma is formed it needs to be drained usually biweekly so that it may quickly resolve. (Leila Kasrai, MD, FRCSC, Toronto Plastic Surgeon)

Seroma sign is a common complication after abdominoplasty surgery. It just means that the skin of the abdomen has not fully adhered to the abdominal wall and there is fluid in the space. Most seromas will go away by draining them with a syringe over a few weeks.

Sign of seroma after tummy tuck

Some can persist and if they persist after a few months they may require treatment surgically. It sounds like your Dr. Is doing everything correctly. Small remnants of fluid will indeed be reabsorbed by your body. Keep along with your follow-up it sounds as though you’re being guided correctly. (Adam Tattelbaum, MD, Washington DC Plastic Surgeon)

If you are not sure about whether you still have a seroma sign, you should see your surgeon. Seromas are rather common after a tummy tuck, and occasionally they require serial aspirations until they resolve. If a seroma is left for too long without treatment, however, they can become chronic. In the case of a chronic seroma, a well formed cavity develops that requires surgical removal.

You should see your plastic surgeon for reassessment. (Asif Pirani, MD, FRCS(C), Toronto Plastic Surgeon)

Signs of seroma after abdominoplasty

Seroma is not anything to be concerned with as long as its being managed by your plastic surgeon. It only issue is if it gets infected. From your post, it seems that the volume that is being removed is small. That said, the body naturally absorbs this fluid.

This is similar to being on an airplane for an extended period of time and feeling that your feet have swollen. Once you walk your body absorbs the fluid naturally. The same happens to a seroma once the volume is minimal. (Raj S. Ambay, MD, Tampa Plastic Surgeon)

Signs of seroma after tummy tuck is a collection of healing fluid. There is no real harm to your body from the seroma itself, however, your body may develop a pseudobursa around the seroma fluid in an attempt to deal with it. A pseudobursa is a pocket of scar tissue surrounding something the body does not want, including a seroma. If this occurs it may add fullness to that area of your abdomen.

Signs of seroma after a tummy tuck

Although seroma formation is not uncommon after a tummy tuck it should be dealt with to prevent a pseudobura. Your plastic surgeon has been doing the right thing including aspirating the fluid regularly.

You should be wearing your abdominal binder almost all of the time to help the two sides of your tissue heal and prevent the seroma from recurring. (Remus Repta, MD, Scottsdale Plastic Surgeon)

Seromas are a common complication after tummy tuck surgery, especially when it is combined with liposuction. They can be annoying but are not dangerous unless they become infected.

Signs of seroma after the tummy tuck

The usual treatment is repeated aspiration, and most of them eventually go away. You should continue to wear your compression garment and see your doctor regularly, especially if you are worried that the fluid has come back. (B. Aviva Preminger, MD, New York Plastic Surgeon)

Postoperative seromas following a tummy tuck is not unusual. However, I usually place a drain underneath the abdominal skin and fat following surgery which usually adequately prevents any post op seroma. The drain is kept for one week and then removed.

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If a seroma persists for more than six weeks after surgery, and is significant in size, it might need to be surgically drained and another drain inserted. Small seromas should resolve spontaneously. Whether you need surgical drainage is best determined by the surgeon who did your surgery. (James Tang, MD, Houston Plastic Surgeon)

A tummy tuck with liposuction is an excellent combination for recontouring your abdomen. Unfortunately, a seroma is a possible risk for this procedure. If you develop a collection, your plastic surgeon will likely drain this collection with a needle and syringe. To prevent the reaccumulation of fluid, it is essential to use a tight compression garment over the area. This will help collapse this cavity and prevent further fluid from collecting there.

In some situations, the seroma may organize and create a capsule around the collection of fluid. This capsule may continue to produce fluid and may be responsible for a persistent seroma. If this is the case, your plastic surgeon can perform a procedure to drain this area or may choose to perform a small surgery to remove this capsule. (Pat Pazmino, MD, Miami Plastic Surgeon)