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Smart Lipo on 59-year-old with Heart Issues?

asked 1 year ago by Donna 123 in PA
Latest answer by Ronald Shelton, MD
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Tags: age 55-64, heart

59 year old with ICD/ pacemaker and dialated cardiomyopathy. Difficult to exericise and diet excess fat. Can I recieve Smart Lipo?

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Liposuction with cardiac risk factors

Liposuction, even if done with only tumescent local anesthetic, has risks. The adrenaline in the anesthetic can make the heart race in some people, which can put a stress on the heart. Medications that you take can interact wtih the metabolism of the local anesthetic. You would need a medical clearance by your internist or cardiologist who should have a clear understanding of the technique by discussing it with your surgeon. There is some fluid given to you  (diulte local... more
Ronald Shelton, MD

Manhattan Dermatologist

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