BBL- What are DVT's or PE's and how will prevent them from happpening?

     DVT (deep venous thrombosis), which is a blood clot in the deeper venous systems of the body, most commonly the legs, can put you at risk for PE (pulmonary embolus), which is a blood clot that has moved or embolized from these deeper venous systems and has become wedged in the pulmonary vasculature, sometimes causing respiratory distress.       Early ambulation, shorter surgeries, venous compression devices prior to induction of general anesthesia, and anticoagulation in the appropriate candidates help manage this risk.Find
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While pulmonary embolism (PE) is a potential complication after
plastic surgery, the risk is very low for individuals who are healthy and have
no prior history of DVT or PE.  Moreover,
your surgeon will provide compression devices and elastic stockings after
surgery to minimize the potential for this complication.  I would encourage you to speak with your
surgeon about your concerns, and he or she can conduct a risk assessment and
take additional preventative measures if necessary. 

When performing a BBL, I use sequential compression devices on the lower extremities so that the legs are pumped and this can help minimize the risk.  Also, patients that I treat are ambulating right after surgery in the majority of cases.  However, even with this type of treatment and even when some patients are given chemical prophylaxis, there is still a risk although very low.  A clot from the leg can cause a pulmonary embolus but it is very rare.