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Cosmetic Surgery (Expert Forum)
tummy tuck with ovarian cysts
Answered by
Howard Rosenberg, MD - Cosmetic Surgery
Accent on Aesthetics Plastic Surgery Medical Center
Questions in the Cosmetic Surgery forum are answered by Dr. Howard Rosenberg. Topics include bariatric surgery reconstruction, breast augmentation, chemical peels, cosmetic or reconstructive surgery, face lift, nose reconstruction, and tummy tucks.
tummy tuck with ovarian cysts
by colierilda, Jun 28, 2008 01:28AM
I have a history of ovarian cysts. I was in the ER about 6 weeks ago with a ruptured ovarian cyst, and an ultrasound showed that there is a 5 cm. one present. I have a tummy tuck scheduled in a week and a half and now I am feeling pain again, I do not see my gyn until the end of July. Is it safe to go ahead with the tummy tuck? Will that interfere in any way with the cyst?
Doctor's Answer
by Howard Rosenberg, MD, Jun 30, 2008 12:02PM
, Jun 30, 2008 12:02PM
The tummy tuck will have no bearing on the ovarian cyst, since the tummy tuck surgery is superficial. On the other hand, it is possible for another cyst to rupture, irrespective of whether the tummy tuck is performed or not. I would suggest that you at least discuss this situation with your Gyn prior to you abdominoplasty.
