A tummy tuck, known medically as abdominoplasty, combined with hernia repair is a surgical procedure popular with patients at our London clinic who wish to achieve both cosmetic surgery and functional repair in the tummy area in one operation.
This cosmetic procedure not only enhances the contour of your stomach by removing excess skin and tightening abdominal muscles but also repairs any hernias involving the abdominal wall.
This is especially beneficial if you have weakened muscles due to a hernia, allowing for a comprehensive abdominal wall reconstruction.
The article below with answer important questions and provide in-depth hernia repair and tummy tuck information.
What is a Hernia?
A hernia occurs when an internal organ or tissue protrudes through a weak spot in the surrounding muscle or tissue. This can happen in various parts of the body, such as the abdomen or groin, and can be quite painful and uncomfortable.
There are several types of hernia:
Ventral Hernias
This type of hernia occurs in the middle of your stomach, just above your belly button.
Inguinal Hernia
This condition is common near the groin due to pressure during pregnancy.
Umbilical Hernia
Another common area to experience a hernia post pregnancy is the belly button.
Benefits of Combining Abdominoplasty Procedures
Undergoing a tummy tuck surgery along with hernia repair in our private hospital offers multiple advantages. First, it involves one just operation, limiting the surgical time and potentially reducing general complications.
Furthermore, combining liposuction, excess skin and stretch marks removal, as well as muscle repair during such abdominoplasty procedures maximises the aesthetic outcome and strengthens the abdominal wall.
For this reason having a tummy tuck and hernia repair minimises scars and provides dual benefits from a single plastic surgery procedure.
Surgical Procedure Details
There are several surgical techniques your surgeon can use. Generally speaking, they will carry out the tummy tuck procedure by making a strategic incision near the belly button.
This part of the operation also addresses loose skin, excess fat, and corrects the abdominal muscles to a more aesthetic and functional state.
Simultaneously, the hernia repair typically involves reinforcing the abdominal wall with surgical mesh, integrating both endoscopic abdominoplasty and mini abdominoplasty techniques as required.
The procedure is performed under general anaesthesia at our private hospital in London, UK. The surgery time can vary, but generally takes 2-4 hours.
Possible Complications and Aftercare
As with any cosmetic and abdominal surgery, there are tummy tuck risks such as complications related to the abdomen and recovery process.
Therefore, treatment aftercare is crucial, involving pain management and monitoring for any signs of infection at the incision sites. Your initial detailed tummy tuck consultation prior to surgery will cover all possible complications and the expected results.
Cosmetic Surgery Recovery Expectations
Recovery from this combined approach can be smoother than undergoing separate abdominoplasty surgery services. One procedure means a lower risk of specific complications related to tummy surgery.
Many patients find that full abdominoplasty or partial abdominoplasty combined with hernia repair generally leads to a quicker return to daily routines, with comprehensive aftercare to ensure optimal recovery and pain relief.
In summary, combining a tummy tuck with hernia repair typically results in high patient satisfaction, offering both aesthetic improvements and relief from discomfort associated with hernias. This dual approach not only sculpts the tummy but also fortifies the stomach muscles, leading to durable results and enhanced quality of life.
