If a patient has slightly high blood pressure what would they have to do in order to safely have a cosmetic procedure done?

May 8, 2014
Asked By:Ethnic Rhinoplasty in Miami, FL

If a patient has slightly high blood pressure what would this patient have to do in order to safely have the bbl procedure or any cosmetic procedure done? Is cosmetic surgery and hypertension recommended? What if it is untreated and the patient only suspects they have high blood pressure? What makes high blood pressure a greater risk during surgery than someone with normal blood pressure? Patient is 27 normal blood pressure range is 140/75 pulse 75. 5'8 155 lbs A nurse with a stressful job and life.

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Answer: Hypertension and cosmetic surgery.

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Answer: Hypertension and cosmetic surgery.

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May 11, 2014

Answer: Hypertension and Cosmetic Surgery

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May 11, 2014

Answer: Hypertension and Cosmetic Surgery

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May 11, 2014

Answer: High blood pressure and surgery

May 11, 2014

Answer: High blood pressure and surgery