How Helpful is the Usage of a Pneumatic Pump/circulation Legs Straps During or After Surgery?

Question

I will have a tummy tuck and about 300cc of fat transfer to each buttock to reshape them (not to enlarge them dramatically) I am 40 in good health, not overweight or a smoker. What extra measures should I take to prevent these serious complications? specially with a fat emboli. thank you !

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

The risk is more for blood clots in the legs as opposed to fat emboli. Most plastic surgeon use sequential compression stocking during surgery and in the recovery room to regent clots. If fact, this precaution is considered standard of care at this point.

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

DVT Prevention During Surgery -
	Pumps should be standard. You can check on your risk factors, but it sounds like you are healthy.Ted stockings, walking immediately after surgery and every day after will help. Fat emobli are different than veins.

Peter Fisher, MD (retired) · Answer

Hi Bikini M. Good question. I believe that the use of SCD's (sequential commpresion devices) is a must and madatory to try to prevent dvt (deep vein thrombosis) from forming. In fact putting them on and having them pump in the holding area prior to surgery reduces the chances even more. As far as fat emboli are concerned, staying away from large vessels is important. Using blunt tipped cannula is essential as well. Good luck.

How Helpful is the Usage of a Pneumatic Pump/circulation Legs Straps During or After Surgery?

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