Diastases Repair with Umbilical Hernia Repair with Tummy Tuck, Raleigh,NC
About Umbilical Hernia
Umbilical hernia is a fairly frequent outcome after pregnancy, and patients with extensive diastases frequently suffer from these hernias. These patients are frequently cared for by general surgeons who repair the hernia and perhaps even place mesh. Recurrence is fairly common when the diastasis is not addressed.
Concern
This patient was a 32-year-old mother of 3 children had 3 C-sections and large babies. She had an umbilical hernia repair performed by the general surgeon, but ultimately this recurred. She felt she still looked pregnant well after delivery of her last child and had significant laxity and loose skin of her abdomen.
Surgery
She underwent a full abdominoplasty with liposuction as well as repair of her umbilical hernia at the time of the diastasis repair.
Result and Recommendation
She had significant improvement and flattening of her abdomen and successful repair of the hernia without the need for mesh. The patient still had some muscle laxity, and it was recommended that she do abdominal strengthening exercises to improve this. No amount of diastasis tightening will improve poor muscle tone, so this frequently has to be worked on postoperatively. Diastasis repair is an integral part of abdominoplasty. Umbilical hernias can frequently be repaired during abdominoplasty, although special caution has to be taken, as the blood supply to the umbilicus can be threatened. Loss of the umbilicus is a possibility. The diastasis repair is a second layer of enforcement to prevent recurrence.
Dr. Lyle offers a wide range of Tummy Tuck surgery options depending on your anatomy, excess skin and desired outcomes. The procedure could be combined with other procedures and may also remove unsightly stretch marks or past scars from c-section or hysterectomy.
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 the effects of aging.
Lyle Plastic Surgery is committed to exceptional patient care – you can read Dr. Lyle’s 5 star patient reviews on Google, Realself and Facebook.
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 Aesthetic Society (previously American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons).
Throughout his career, Dr. Lyle has contributed to the field of plastic and cosmetic surgery through research, publications, and presentations at national meetings. His practice emphasizes patient safety and personalized care to achieve natural results.
Next Steps
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If you’re considering surgery in Raleigh NC and want personalized advice about your suitability, recovery, risks, and results, Dr. Lyle would be happy to meet with you for a consultation.
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