scar revision surgery on abdomen

.... a little background history...... when I was 2yrs. old, a city dumpster fell on my, causing me to bleed internally,  having to have surgery. It left a scar, and as I grew, so did the scar -- it is now 10" by 1.5" across my abdomen, right below where my rib cage ends and seriously looks like a set of railroad tracks. My tummy looks like it is smiling. I have insant 'muffin top' because of this scar. Apparently the scar has adhered to muscles, tissue, and lord knows what else.

My surgery date is October 21st. The surgeon is going to "cut out" the existing scar, and make sure that it is no longer adhered to any muscle. Then she will give me a 'new, less visible' scar.

Have you ever seen a scar like this (photo in my profile)?

What can I expect after the surgery?

Thank You!

[Howard Rosenberg, MD]

While the length of the scar will be the same, the irregular contour and the suture tracks can be removed or improved.  Expect the new scar to be red for several months after the surgery.  The width of the scar will also be improved.  If your expectations are realistic, you should be pleased with the improvement.  However, do not expect the new scar to disappear.