Can I have a BBL or any other cosmetic surgery with having VCD as a “medical condition”?

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I had a complete thyroidectomy a bit over two years ago. For a while my left vocal cord was paralyzed but started working again 6 or so months after the thyroidectomy. I have my complete voice and can talk normally. I do however have mild vocal cord dysfunction(please look it up before answering if you know nothing about it). I want to have another BBL(round 2), but I just want to make sure I am able to have cosmetic surgery with VCD before being turned down(My first BBL I did not have this)

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

In our practice, liposuction of torso and fat transfer to buttocks (BBL) is done in general anesthesia with endotracheal intubation. It is very unlikely that partial dysfunction of vocal cords will have any effect on intubation and postoperative recovery. However, that  is a question that only a board certified anesthesiologist could answer with more certainty. Hope this helps.

Alan Gonzalez, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello @cw09 To be elegible for BBL your endocrinologist will have to determine wether you qualified or not. VCD is derive from the thyroidectomy and it can be improve with a speech therapist and not a problem for plastic surgery. The best course of action is to consult one or several board certified plastic surgeon for more information. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD FACS

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear cw09,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

You would need a written clearance from the MD treating your VCD condition. Plus any intubation could make this issue re occur, there is no way to predict. This is called an informed consent. Need photos. Fee in a case as yours $8,000.

Douglas Taranow, DO, FACOS · Answer

I would suggest finding a board certified plastic surgeon who performs the BBL procedure with an anesthesiologist who uses either TIVA (IV sedation) or an LMA (Laryngeal mask anesthesia) which does not affect the vocal cords.
Dr. Taranow

Can I have a BBL or any other cosmetic surgery with having VCD as a “medical condition”?

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