Blood Clots

One complication that can happen after a tummy tuck is blood clots. It is rare, but in any surgery where general anesthesia is used longer than thirty minutes, susceptible patients may develop blood clots. When blood clots form, they can interfere with your circulation and even travel to other parts of your body, such as the brain, lungs or heart. To minimize your risk of developing this complication, it is important to give a detailed medical history and list all medications and supplements you have taken, so your doctor can properly determine your eligibility for a tummy tuck.