Can I have my implants removed while on warfarin?

September 3, 2021
Asked By:ashlar1 in Dallas, Texas

Taking warfarin, I want implant removal in office under local. Do I have to stop the warfarin or can I continue with it. Lovenox is a bridge? Do i need it for 2 small incisions

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September 20, 2021

Answer: Preoperative protocol

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Daniel Barrett, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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September 20, 2021

Answer: Preoperative protocol

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Daniel Barrett, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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November 9, 2021

Answer: Removal

Connie Hiers, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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November 9, 2021

Answer: Removal

Connie Hiers, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
September 8, 2021

Answer: Warfarin

Camille Cash, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
September 8, 2021

Answer: Warfarin

Camille Cash, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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September 7, 2021

Answer: Can I have my implants removed while on warfarin?

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September 7, 2021

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