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Hello,In my practice basic blood work is done prior to all surgery and for patients over 40, I do request an EKG. Each Plastic Surgeon has their own preferred protocols. Talk to your surgeon about your concerns and expectations.All the best
What tests are to be done before surgery will be determined by your surgeon. For my patients I do require a blood test to be sure they are healthy. Depending on my patient's age and health determines whether or not clearance in needed by their GP and/or cardiologist. Good luck.
Each surgeon has his or her own unique pre-op protocols. In general, blood work and sometimes an EKG (often depends on the age and health history of the patient) are done before surgery to ensure that you are in optimum health in order to avoid any complications. Kindly,Kouros Azar
Pre-operative labs and an EKG are a good idea for any major surgery. Although the chance of you having bleeding or other complications are low, you want your operative team to be prepared and have all the information they can to deal with a problem if one arrises. I always request labs and an EKG for my pre-operative tummy tuck patients.
Hello,Depending on surgical technique and how tightly tissue is stretched, the belly button can appear elongated.All the best
Thank you for your question. The bruising appears normal in the photographs provided following liposuction and TT. Blisters can be caused by some of the compression garments. There is nothing to worry about and please contact your plastic surgeons office.
Thank you for your question. This far out from your surgery you should be just fine. Other than feeling sick from drinking make sure you stay hydrated and you should not take any pain medication with alcohol. Be sure to follow up with your surgeon.Best of luck,Dr. Hisham Seify
Mesh is not normally removed during tummy tuck procedure. Mesh may be removed if the mesh was placed open, rather than laparoscopically and if the mesh is not fully scarred into the fascia. Please share the operative note with your plastic surgeon. By removing the mesh, you can introduce a ri...
Will help accelerate your healing and I would have no problems with my patients doing activities that did not involved movement around the wound, such as sit ups or twisting side to side. But you should check with your surgeon first as he/she would be the one dealing with any fallout if ...
Thank you for your question and posting an appropriate picture. It seems that you are a good candidate for a lateral tension abdiminiolasty without a need for a vertical scar. However, it may make sense to have your scar revised at the time of surgery which will not increase your recovery. Yo...
