G. Hunt Neurohr, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Diplomate of the American Board of Plastic Surgery
Abdominoplasty Information
(Tummy Tuck)
GENERAL:
Aesthetic plastic surgery is an elective surgery you do not need, but want.
The key to success is to have realistic expectations.
During the consultation, you will discuss the issues that are of concern with Dr.
Neurohr and he will inform you what procedure(s) he feels will help improve
those
areas of concern.
WHY HAVE THIS OPERATION?
It is important to have the surgery for yourself! Your surgery cannot satisfy other
people’s desires or expectations.
This is your body! You need to feel comfortable with the changes that will result
from the surgery.
WHAT WILL USUALLY BE HELPED BY AN ABDOMINOPLASTY:
Excess skin removal
Excess fat removal
Abdominal muscle is tightened and separation repaired
Incisional hernia may be repaired
WHAT WILL NOT BE HELPED:
“Stretch marks”
Fat along the flanks
Muscle will not be strengthened
GOALS:
Improve body contour
Reduce abdominal bulge
Improve appearance both in and out of clothing
LIMITATIONS OF SURGERY:
It will not eliminate stretch marks
Generalized obesity cannot be corrected
Muscle strength will not be improved, but the resting tone of the abdominal will
can be improved
HOW LONG WILL IT LAST?
An abdominoplasty is usually a one (1) time surgery, however alterations in body
contour may occur as a result of aging, weight gain or loss and pregnancy.
ALTERNATIVES:
6120 Sherry Lane, Dallas, Texas 75225
Telephone: (214) 987-0585 Fax: (214) 987-0589
G. Hunt Neurohr, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Diplomate of the American Board of Plastic Surgery
No surgery (due to adverse consequences)
Diet – may reduce fat, but excess skin and muscle laxity will still be a problem
Exercise – muscles may be strengthened, but excess skin and fat will still a
problem
Suction lipectomy (liposuction) – fat excess will be improved, but skin excess and
muscle laxity will still be a problem
Dermolipectomy – the excess skin and fat are removed, but the abdominal muscle
is not tightened
SURGICAL TECHNIQUE/ANESTHESIA/FACILITY/RECOVERY:
IV sedation vs general anesthesia
Office OR/Outside Surgical Center/Hospital OR
Incisions/muscle and fascia repair
Dressings, support garments and drains
Post-op hospitalization and proper bed positioning
Physical restrictions and return to normal activity
TRADE-OFFS:
Temporary:
Permanent:
Discoloration/swelling
Scars
Discomfort (pain/sensitivity)
Asymmetry
Numbness
Lumps/irregularities
Restricted activity
Fairly rapid resolution of most changes listed as temporary is expected within 2-6 weeks,
but final contouring may not be complete for a minimum of six (6) months.
RISKS/COMPLICATION:
Bleeding/blood loss/transfusion**
Skin loss
Infection
Pulmonary embolus
Fat embolus
Contour irregularities/depressions
Sensory loss
Fluid collections
Ileus
Poor umbilical contour or loss
**All patients must be off all products containing aspirin, NSAIDS (Motrin, Advil,
Naproxyn, etc) and blood thinning prescriptions (Coumadin, Plavix, etc) for 2 weeks
before and 2 weeks after surgery. (Check all medications with the office staff: some
medications/supplements affect clotting.)
EVEN THOUGH THE RISKS AND COMPLICATIONS CITED ABOVE OCCUR
INFREQUENTLY, THEY ARE THE ONES THAT ARE PECULIAR TO THE
OPERATION OR OF GREATEST CONCERN. OTHER COMPLICATIONS AND
RISKS CAN OCCAR BUT ARE EVEN MORE UNCOMMON. THE RISKS OF
SURGERY ARE COMPARABLE TO THE RISKS YOU TAKE EVERYDAY WHEN
DRIVING OR RIDING IN AN AUTOMOBILE.
6120 Sherry Lane, Dallas, Texas 75225
Telephone: (214) 987-0585 Fax: (214) 987-0589
G. Hunt Neurohr, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Diplomate of the American Board of Plastic Surgery
ANY AND ALL OF THE RISKS AND COMPLICATIONS CAN RESULT IN:
Additional Surgery
Time off Work
Hospitalization
Expense to You
ON OCCASION, SURGICAL REVISIONS MAY BE INDICATED FOLLOWING THE
ORIGINAL SURGERY. If planned or performed within one (1) year after the original
surgery, there will be no charge for Dr. Neurohr’s fee but facility and anesthesia fees will
be charged.
NO GURANTEE – The practice of medicine and surgery is not an exact science;
although good results are expected, there cannot be any guarantee, or warranty, expressed
or implied, by anyone as to the results that may be obtained.
INSURANCE USUALLY DOES NOT COVER AN ABDOMINOPLASTY
PROCEDURE; TREATMENT OF COMPLICATIONS MAY OR MAY NOT BE
COVERED BY INSURANCE.
**DR. NEUROHR DOES NOT TAKE INSURANCE. WE CAN PROVIDE YOU
WITH CODES THAT WILL ALLOW YOU TO FILE ON YOUR OWN. ANY
MONEY WILL GO DIRECTLY TO YOU.**
IF THERE IS ANY ITEM ON THIS INFORMATION SHEET THAT YOU DO NOT
UNDERSTAND, MARK IT AND CALL THE OFFICE. AN EXPLANATION OR
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION WILL BE PROVIDED. SHARE THE
INFORMATION WE PROVIDE YOU WITH YOUR SPOUSE OR OTHER
INTERESTED FAMILY MEMBERS OR FRIENDS. DR. NEUROHR WILL BE
HAPPY TO MEET WITH THEM IF YOU WISH.
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6120 Sherry Lane, Dallas, Texas 75225
Telephone: (214) 987-0585 Fax: (214) 987-0589