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Can I Still Get a Tummy Tuck and Breast Implants After Open Heart Surgery?

asked 1 year ago by nbrksvll in ridge marnor, florida
Latest answer by Tom J. Pousti, MD
Question viewed 512 times
Tags: candidate, heart, surgery

I had open heart surgery 9 years ago to remove a non cancerous tumor. I have given birth vaginally to two chidren since. Can I still get a tummy tuck and breast implants now.

6 answers to Can I Still Get a Tummy Tuck and Breast Implants After Open Heart Surgery?

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Candidate for surgery?

Dear nbrksvil, The best way to see if you you are a surgical candidate is to be evaluated by a Plastic surgeon. He/She can examine you and determine if further pre op evaluation for your procedure is warranted. My guess is that two successful pregnancies should be a pretty good indication of your overall health status. Good luck.
Craig Harrison, MD

Tyler Plastic Surgeon
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Cosmetic Procedures after Open Heart Surgery

The answer is a qualified 'yes' provided you are cleared by the anesthesiologist. He or she may seek the opinions of other specialists but it has to be the anesthesiologist who makes the decision.
J. Brian Boyd, MD

Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon
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Tummy tuck and breast implants after heart surgery

The answer is maybe. Providing you are a good candidate for the cosmetic surgeries, I would require a cardiac clearance from your cardiologist.
Jack Peterson, MD

Topeka Plastic Surgeon
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Mommy Makeover Safety?

Thank you for the question. Based on your history I think it is very likely that you will be able to undergo “mommy makeover” surgery safely. Preoperative workup by your cardiologist will give you and your plastic surgeon peace of mind. Best wishes.
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon
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Absolutely

There is no reason why you cannot undergo these procedures given you are today in good health. Your surgeon will probably require you to be medically cleared by your heart surgeon and or internist prior to agreeing to perform your cosmetic surgery.
David A. Ross, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Previous Heart Surgery Probably Not Contraindication To Mommy Makeover

I am assuming that your tumor was benign since you had your surgery performed nine years ago and is most likely not a deterrent to undergoing a tummy tuck and augmentation at this time. To be certain, however, you should check with your cardiologist and/or your cardiac surgeon for their opinion.
John Whitt, MD

Louisville Plastic Surgeon

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