Should Your Surgeon Require Any Type of Tests Blood Work Etc. Before Performing Tummytuck?

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Blood work before tummy tuck

Hello Each plastic surgeon has their own specific preference but basic labwork should be performed to make sure blood status and electrolytes as well as pregnancy are not issues. Additional blood work may be recommended depending on each patients medical history. All the best, Dr Remus Repta

Pre op medical evaluation

I treat all of my cosmetic patients as I would any other patient and that means safety comes first. A full preoperative evaluation including past medical history is very important. My office will obtain standard preoperative lab work such as blood counts, coagulation profiles, and basic chemistry profiles. Chest x-rays are also commonly obtained and EKGs are performed on anyone over 40. If there is any concern about the patient's past medical history, a medical... more

Blood work required before tummy tuck.

Each surgeon is different. For our office, we like to have the patient's blood work back with a CBC, Chemistry panel, PT/PTT. The anesthesiologists usually want this as well. There may be other tests to be obtained depending on the specific patient or protocol. Medical clearance may be requested as well.

Pre Op Tummy tuck Surgery

Pre-oop blood work depends on your age and health status (medical history). At the very least, a hemoglobin and pregnancy test is useful. For older patients (or those with specific medical problems where extensive blood /EKG workup is indicated) a medical clearance from a primary care doctor or specialist may be necessary.

Testing before Surgery

As board certified plastic surgeons, our highest priority is our patient's safety. If you are young and healthy, then you likely only need minimal testing such as blood labs. If you have any medical conditions or if there are any concerns, then you made need more tests such as Xray, EKG, cardiac clearance, etc. These are all tests that your surgeon should order if appropriate. Good Luck.

Blood test prior to tummy tuck surgery

Your surgeon will inform you of the tests recommended prior to a major cosmetic procedure possibly involving a general anesthetic. These tests may include blood work and ECG. The decision making for these tests is individualized. Certainly, patients on blood thinners, blood pressure medications, diabetes medications and other meds need lab test checked pre-op. Healthy, younger patients may not. A board certified plastic surgeon should be able to give you reliable recommendations about... more

Preoperative blood tests

The need for blood tests prior to surgery is dependant on many factors. The most important part of a preoperative evaluation is your medical history. An experienced surgeon will be able to determine your preoperative medical lab needs. There is no absolute requirement to do all the same big lab panel for every person going to surgery. Make sure to be complete in your medical history and your surgeon will can do what is necessary. Also, make sure you have a board... more

Marcus L. Peterson, MD

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Saint George Plastic Surgeon

Absolutely, LAB TEST ARE IMPORTANT

Tummy tuck is a big surgical procedure. lab test are the standard of care and the type of testing depends on the age and health of the patient. I am sure your board certified plastic surgeon will recommend the right test. see photos

Pre op tests for tummy tuck

At our surgery center we routinely get a blood count and urinalysis for any surgery, including tummy tucks. If a patient is over 40 years old we also get an EKG. Depending on the patient's history and physical exam other tests may also be necessary. I also prefer that a potential surgical patient see their regular medical doctor and let him/her know what procedure is planned. If there are any medical issues of concern, I discuss this with the patient's... more

A Complete Medical Evaluation Should Be Performed Before Tummy Tuck

Dear San Francisco4746, Safety should always come first when performing elective surgery. A thorough preoperative evaluation should be performed, including a complete history and physical. Additional tests such as blood work (eg. complete blood count, serum electrolytes, coagulation profile, etc.), an electrocardiogram, etc. may be necessary depending on your age and overall health. Warmest wishes, Larry Fan, MD

Blood tests and tummy tucks

Most surgical centers require certain minimum blood tests independent of age for many surgical procedures. What is required does vary among centers. Dependent on your age, health and other factors more tests may be required. Your plastic surgeon may request additional blood tests as well as a cardiogram based on a variety of factors. Once you have scheduled your tummy tuck, you plastic surgeon or other individual will inform you of exactly what is needed prior to your tummy tuck. more

Blood work before a tummy tuck

After looking at the cost benefit analysis of pre-operative blood test, EKGs, Chest Xrays etc, my institution had come up with an olgoruithm in conjunction with the anesthesiologists for which test to perform when. In short, in you have any medical condition like diabates, or hypertension you should get some basic blood tests done. if you have more complicated medical issues gop to your interniost to have them perform all necessary testa nad give you a medical clearance. Patients over... more

Bloodwork before tummy tuck

Depending on your overall health, age, and the surgery center, the bloodwork can vary. Most young, healthy patients will get a CBC, to check for anemia. Other patients may also need a PT/PTT to look for blood clotting abnormalities. Our surgery center also checks for HIV. Ask your plastic surgeon which specific labs will be needed prior to surgery for your specific case. Best wishes, Dr.Bruno

Pre-op Lab Work Necessary

In my facility we at least get a blood count. If you are on medication or have medical problems you may need to have your electrolytes, bleeding (and clotting) factors and kidney function checked as indicated. Finally, a heart evaluation may be necessary depending on health and age.