Is it wise to get breast implants if I had a stroke 15 months ago and have a pacemaker?

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15 months ago I had a stroke in the pond of my brain and got a pacemaker.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Based upon your current and past health history, your neurologist and cardiologist would be the most knowledgeable regarding the safety of breast implant surgery following your stroke and pacemaker.  If they clear you for the procedure, schedule a consultation with a board certified PS who will confer with them regarding medications, anesthesiology, etc.

Mark K. Markarian, MD, MSPH, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for asking whether you can get breast implants if you had a recent stroke and a pacemaker?  The short answer is no.The long answer is that your breast augmentation is an elective surgery i.e. not mandatory, and will likely involve a general anesthetic, which carries significant cardio-vascular complications.  You already have significant cardiac risk factors (a pacemaker) and vascular risk factors (a prior stroke) which would predispose you to serious, potentially life-threatening, complications... Please see your primary care physician if any surgery is planned.Best,Mark K Markarian, MD, MSPH, FACSHarvard-trained Board Certified Aesthetic Plastic Surgeon

Payman Danielpour, MD, FACS · Answer

I highly recommend that you DO NOT have an elective cosmetic procedure that could somehow hinder your overall health.  Remember there is no use looking good if you don't feel good.  I would recoop from your medical issues and when you are in optimal physical shape, then you can consider it.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Le Ward.
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. You will most likely need to get a clearance from your doctor in order to be a candidate for a surgery. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD

John Paletta, MD · Answer

I’m  sorry to hear about your medical problems. The question is not based on whether you can have surgery from a technical perspective but more importantly your overall medical condition. You need to have a discussion with your primary physician and your neurologist or cardiologist if you have one to determine whether the stress of surgery can be tolerated by you.   The surgery can be performed but the bigger question is, is it safe to do so in your situation?

Pejman Aflaki, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. As long as your have completely recovered and cleared by your medical doctor, you can probably proceed with the surgery. You should see a board-certified plastic surgeon for a full evaluation and advice. Best,
Pejman Aflaki, M.D.
  
Johns Hopkins-trained double board-certified plastic surgeon

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

You will need to get a medical clearance from you medical physician to see if you are a candidate for elective surgery. If you are on any blood thinners, you will also need clearance to be off of that medication for surgery. Your physician can help you decide if it is a wise choice.

Douglas Taranow, DO, FACOS · Answer

You would need substantial work up and medical clearances prior to considering any elective procedure.  You should not be taking any blood thinners as well as these would be contraindicated for surgery.  More information would be necessary before giving you an accurate answer.Good luck.Dr T

Stephen M. Davis, MD, FACS · Answer

Thanks for writing,Hopefully you are now doing well. Your brain is much more important than your breasts. I would expect your physician will want you to wait at least one year before pursuing any elective cosmetic surgery. I would have this discussion with him or her. Good luckStephen M. Davis, MD, FACSCertified: American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember: American Society for Aesthetic SurgeryMember: American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember: RealSelf Hall of FameVERIFIED: Plastic Surgeon

Robert L. Kraft, MD, FACS · Answer

Barring an acute medical emergency, no elective surgery should be performed for at least one year following a cerebrovascular event. Additional factors include your pharmacological regime. If you are on blood thinners, Surgery would be precluded. Much more information is needed. I suggest that you address these questions to your neurologist and interventional cardiologist as clearance from both would be required.

Is it wise to get breast implants if I had a stroke 15 months ago and have a pacemaker?

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