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How long do drains stay in after top surgery?
When can I get my drains removed? Surgeons follow different guidelines on this, but drains are usually removed when the fluid output is below 20cc – 30cc for a couple of days. In Top Surgery patients, this takes about 5-7 days.
What is an inverted T incision?
The traditional tummy tuck procedure includes only a horizontal incision running from hip to hip beneath the underwear line. However, for some patients, an inverted âTâ tummy tuck may be performed, in which a small vertical incision is made between the navel and the horizontal incision.
Does keyhole top surgery require drains?
At The Gender Confirmation Center, the patient gets to decide if they prefer drains for double incision surgeries, but drains are required for any other procedure types such as keyhole and periareolar surgeries.
How long until you can sleep on your side after top surgery?
Sleep on your back for the first 2 weeks of your recovery period. At this point you may sleep on your side. Avoid any heavy lifting or intense exercise that involves the upper body during this time. This can aggravate the chest.
What color should drainage be after top surgery?
Right after your surgery, this fluid is bloody. Then, as your wound heals over the next several days, the fluid changes to light pink, light yellow, or clear. The drain will stay in place until less than 30 cc (about 2 tablespoons) of fluid can be collected in a 24-hour period, which usually takes about one week.
How long does a Periareolar incision take to heal?
Most surgeons, however, believe that a complete recovery will take six weeks or so on average, and women may find that after only a week they feel completely good.
What is an inverted T C-section?
Inverted âTâ incision restricted to lower uterine segment as a new surgical technique during caesarean section with previous caesarean scaring.
Does taking out a JP drain hurt?
Having a drain removed usually does not hurt, but it can feel rather odd as the tubing slides out of the body. The incision is then covered with a dressing or left open to the air.