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If a patient has slightly high blood pressure what would they have to do in order to safely have a cosmetic procedure done?

If a patient has slightly high blood pressure what would this patient have to do in order to safely have the bbl procedure or any cosmetic procedure done? Is cosmetic surgery and hypertension recommended? What if it is untreated and the patient only suspects they have high blood pressure? What makes high blood pressure a greater risk during surgery than someone with normal blood pressure? Patient is 27 normal blood pressure range is 140/75 pulse 75. 5'8 155 lbs A nurse with a stressful job and life.

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If a patient has slightly high blood pressure what would they have to do in order to safely have a cosmetic procedure done?

May 11th, 2014
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 If hypertension is controlled, this should not pose any additional risk.

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Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon
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Hypertension and cosmetic surgery.

March 2nd, 2015
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Hello, and thank you for this question. In our practice we have found that patients with many medical conditions that are properly managed and under control can undergo cosmetic procedures safely. We recommend that patients get a medical clearance for any outstanding issues. You can schedule a formal consultation and evaluation within experience board certified plastic surgeon and all of this can be discussed at that time. We currently utilize board certified anesthesiologist to manage our patients intraoperatively. We have not found an  increased risk in these patients managed appropriately.
John J. O'Brien, Jr., MD

John J. O'Brien, Jr., MD
Saint Petersburg Plastic Surgeon
5.0 out of 5 stars 25 reviews

High blood pressure and surgery

May 11th, 2014
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I think that the most important thing to do is to see your  medical doctor or cardiologist so they can  properly regulate your bloos pressure. You will more than likely need a preoperative clearance before surgery.
Steven Wallach, MD

Steven Wallach, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon
4.1 out of 5 stars 23 reviews

Hypertension and Cosmetic Surgery

May 11th, 2014
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Hypertension if it is well controlled does not preclude one from having cosmetic surgery.  Your plastic surgeon must consult with your primary physician if there are any concerns prior to any surgery.

Earl Stephenson, Jr, MD, DDS, FACS
Earl Stephenson, Jr., MD, DDS, FACS

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