Tummy Tuck with Prior Ugly Abdominal Scars - Report of a Difficult Case

Abdominoplasty in patients with prior abdominal surgical scars can be challenging.  Some scars can alter the proper blood flow to the healing incisions and lead to wound healing problems and tissue necrosis.  Midline scars of the lower abdomen can be completely eliminated in most patients while upper abdominal scars, above the umbilicus cannot be eliminated but may be transposed to the lower abdomen. This 23-year-old mother of 2 children had a large umbilical hernia repair performed in the past with a piece of mesh.  She had a significant scar of the upper abdomen and almost no bellybutton.  She could feel the sutures from the mesh placement through her thin abdomen.  She desired abdominoplasty to improve her contour and scarring

She underwent full abdominoplasty and had a significant diastases that required repair.  In fact patients with large diastases will often have an associated umbilical hernia and mesh placement alone will not address the diastases.  Her procedure was quite challenging as the blood supply to the umbilicus was marginal but she had a successful outcome.  Her depressed upper abdominal scarring Was nearly eliminated or improved.  She still has scars but there in a much better location.  Her scars will improve with time and the use of silicone gel products.

About Dr Lyle - Plastic Surgeon in Raleigh NC

Dr. Glenn Lyle is a board-certified plastic surgeon serving the Raleigh, NC community at Lyle Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics Center since 2002. With over 30 years of experience, he specializes in breast surgery and body contouring, to enhance patients' appearance after weight loss, pregnancy, and aging. 

Dr. Lyle completed his medical degree at Wayne State University School of Medicine, followed by a general surgery residency at the University of Massachusetts and a plastic surgery residency at the University of Texas Medical Branch. He is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a member of both the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons. 

Throughout his career, Dr. Lyle has contributed to the field through research, publications, and presentations at national meetings. His practice emphasizes patient safety and personalized care to achieve natural results.

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