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Problems after Tram Flap Surgery and Hernia Repair
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Problems after Tram Flap Surgery and Hernia Repair
by PhyllisJo, Aug 01, 2007 12:00AM
I had Tram Flap procedure after left mastectomy in 2002. I was a very small woman, and all of muscle on right side of abdomen was taken. Had one hernia repair 2 years, but continue to have major pain in abdominal area. It also feels as if the muscle cramps underneath new breast and in the "tunnel". Is it possible to reverse the Tram Flap procedure? I am facing replacement of mesh to repair hernia a second time.
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by Cleveland Clinic, Aug 02, 2007 12:00AM
, Aug 02, 2007 12:00AM
Dear PhyllisJo: A Tram flap can be removed but whether it could be reversed is a different question. This is a question that should be discussed with an experienced plastic surgeon.
Member Comments (2)
by bellyfat, Aug 02, 2007 12:00AM
I'm in my sixth week after my trans flap breast reconstuction surgery. I have an fluid drained from my right side three times and had a temperary drain put in. The drain was removed and I have swelling again. Can my swelling be a hernia this close after my operation. Thanks for the warning about the chance of a hernia. I hope that everything goes better for you.
by joeyraye, Apr 21, 2008 10:30PM
A related discussion, Tram flap breast recontruction was started.
by dee78230, Jul 29, 2008 08:34PM
A related discussion, tram pain and disfigurement was started.
by Gramms, Oct 20, 2008 06:30PM
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