Epidermal inclusion cyst of the umbilicus following abdominoplasty.

Plast Surg Nurs

Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Weston, USA.

Published: March 2008

AI Article Synopsis

  • The occurrence of retained epidermal inclusion cysts at the umbilical site after abdominoplasty is not well described in existing literature.
  • A case study highlights a patient who developed a large umbilical cyst a year post-surgery after losing contact with her original surgeon.
  • This situation provides valuable insight for plastic surgeons about recognizing and managing this uncommon but important complication of abdominoplasty.

Article Abstract

The incidence of retained epidermal inclusion cyst at the site of the umbilicus following abdominoplasty has yet to be well documented. Compliant patients who are seen in scheduled follow-up, and who display signs of infection or wound issues at the site of the umbilicus, usually have these factors addressed before inclusion cysts manifest. Here, however, we present a patient who underwent abdominoplasty, lost her surgeon because of geographic relocation, presented to our office 1 year following surgery with a large retained umbilical epidermal inclusion cyst. This case gave us a unique opportunity to observe a well-developed retained umbilical epidermal inclusion cyst. Her evaluation and management are reviewed in an effort to familiarize the practicing plastic surgeon with a rare, but significant potential complication of abdominoplasty.

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