I have a heart condition called inappropriate sinus tachycardia. Could this be dangerous for me?

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Hello, i would like to get an arm lift, but the question is.. I have a heart condition called inappropriate sinus tachycardia. Could this be dangerous for me?

Harry T. Haramis, MD, FACS · Answer

You would require medical clearance- we have an in office MD who would ask for clearance from your/a cardiologist as well. Your safety is primary before any procedure, even if it is smart lipo under local for the arms as the numbing solution may cause heart rhythm issues.

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi angelicarys10 in Chicago, IL. Thank you for your history and for your question regarding whether a heart condition called inappropriate sinus tachycardia is dangerous for you during brachioplasty (arm lift). This is a better question to ask your internist or, better yet, your cardiologist. Your cardiologist may want to run additional cardiac testing, such as a stress test or an echocardiogram. Usually, the brachioplasty (arm lift) is performed under general anesthesia. However, the arm lift can be performed under IV sedation, if necessary. However, the final decision regarding whether you can undergo an arm lift should rest with your cardiologist. Good luck. I hope I have answered your question regarding the fact that you have a heart condition called inappropriate sinus tachycardia, and could this be dangerous for you if you have an arm lift? Since an arm lift can be a challenging surgery, please seek an experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon with significant experience performing these types of lifts. Do your research. Ensure they have performed at least 150 arm-lift procedures. Ensure they have the before-and-after pictures to substantiate it. Carefully examine their before-and-after images and review their RealSelf reviews. Sincerely, Dr. Katzen, MD, MBA, FACS, FICS ( Plastic Surgeon, President of the American Society of Bariatric Plastic Surgeons, certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Fellow of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, American College of Surgery, International College of Surgery, and American Board of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, and member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery and RealSelf Hall of Fame.)

Francis Johns, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.Before proceeding with any surgery you would need to get medical clearance from your PCP or Cardiologist.

Aldo Guerra, MD · Answer

Hello and thanks for your questions. Arm lift is generally considered to be a very safe surgery. However, as you have mentioned you currently have a sinus tachycardia which could affect your ability to undergo surgery safely. Unfortunately, in this forum we cannot assess how serious your heart condition actually is at this point. A good starting point is to visit your cardiologist and have a discussion about your cardiac risks. They may recommend additional testing/procedures on your heart before they can determine if surgery is safe to proceed with anesthesia. Best wishes always, Dr. ALDO

John J. Edney, MD · Answer

It is difficult to give an accurate answer to this question without the ability to examine you and take your medical history.  It would be best for you to discuss your plans for elective surgery with your primary care physician and your plastic surgeon.  With good communication between your 2 doctors you should receive your answer.  Good luck

Chad Robbins, MD · Answer

I would recommend an appointment with your cardiologist prior to surgery for an evaluation and to obtain clearance from them prior to the surgery.  Thank you for your question and best of luck to you!

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

You will first need to visit with your cardiologist to discuss your surgical plans.  He/She will need to clear you for surgery.  When you have your consultation with your plastic surgeon be prepared to discuss your condition and bring along the medical clearance letter if available.

John Zavell, MD, FACS · Answer

If your cardiologist believes that you are a candidate for surgery and your plastic surgeon agrees, then an arm lift is possible.  A brachioplasty (arm lift) can be done under sedation as well as a general anesthetic, so discuss this with your plastic surgeon and good luck.

Ven Erella, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. To determine your candidacy and safety you need to be seen by a PS. He will probably ask for clearance from cardiologist for risk assessment. Please consult with a board certified PS for evaluation.

Vasdev Rai, MD · Answer

You will need to have inappropiate sinus tachycardia under control before having an elective plastic surgery.

I have a heart condition called inappropriate sinus tachycardia. Could this be dangerous for me?

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