Dear Mystique, Why did you have a pulmonary embolism? Do you have a family history or a medical condition that makes your blood MORE coagulable? Was a vena cava filter put in to prevent larger repeated clots from travelling to your heart and lungs? These are VERY important questions. By now you know that each... more
Liposuction while on Coumadin?
I am currently taking Coumadin (I had a pulmonary embolism that has since been surgically removed) and I want to get liposuction. I want to know, being that I am on Coumadin, is Liposuction completely out of the question? And also how common are blood clots a complication of liposuction? I am looking to have my thighs and arms done.
2 answers to “Liposuction while on Coumadin?”
A: Liposuction under coumadin therapy and prior history of clots
The actual data for venous thromboembolism after liposuction is unknown and varies tremendously. However, there are some who believe that this may carry a higher risk when compared to other cosmetic surgical procedures Given your history, I would be somewhat hesitiant to advise liposuction... more
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