I have a hiatal hernia and I am planning on getting breast implants. Is there any risk?

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Urmen Desai, MD, MPH, FACS · Answer

No, there should not be any contraindication if you have a hiatal hernia.  The implant selection should be based on a combination of your desired size, soft tissue dynamics, breast base diameter and skin elasticity.  I recommend an in-office examination as well as a detailed discussion with a surgeon who you are comfortable with.   Finally, make sure your surgeon is a Double-Board Certified Plastic Surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery (ASPS) and the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS).
Best,Dr. DesaiBeverly Hills Institute for Aesthetic Plastic SurgeryHarvard Educated, Beverly Hills & Miami Beach Trained, Double-Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Warren Schutte, MD · Answer

There is not an increased risk in this scenario.  Be sure to let your plastic surgeon and anesthesiologist know all your medical history.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question. Always best to run these types of questions by the doctors who know you best; in other words, discuss your plans with your internist or primary care physician.  Having said that, many patients with a hiatal hernia also experience gastroesophageal reflux which may be a consideration when it comes to anesthesia concerns around the time of breast augmentation surgery.  It will be important that you communicate your history with your plastic surgeon and anesthesiologist.  Best wishes.

David Finkle, MD · Answer

A hiatal hernia will not interfere with breast implant surgery.  If you also have gastroesphogeal reflux (GERD) then you should be on some medication to help, like Prilosec or Zantac.Good Luck!

I have a hiatal hernia and I am planning on getting breast implants. Is there any risk?

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Answer: No problem with breast implant surgery

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Answer: No problem with breast implant surgery

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