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WHY ARE DRAINS USED IN A TUMMY TUCK?

In traditional abdominoplasty or tummy tuck surgery, a potential space is created where fluid can accumulate between the abdominal wall musculature and the overlying fat and skin. Normally, one or two drains are placed in this area to collect the fluid that the body produces during the healing process. Drains usually stay in place for

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In traditional abdominoplasty or tummy tuck surgery, a potential space is created where fluid can accumulate between the abdominal wall musculature and the overlying fat and skin. Normally, one or two drains are placed in this area to collect the fluid that the body produces during the healing process. Drains usually stay in place for 7-10 days until the tissues have healed back to each other and the potential space for fluid collection is no longer there.

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