I have been diagnosed with atrial fibrillation and have to take anti coagulants and beta blockers. Would I still be able to have a facelift or lower eye bag removal?
Answer: Anticoagulants Thank you for your question. Due to your medical history, you would need a letter of clearance saying that you are eligible for an elective procedure. Your plastic surgeon will likely want you to discontinue the anticoagulants for some time before and after your procedure. Best of luck.
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Answer: Anticoagulants Thank you for your question. Due to your medical history, you would need a letter of clearance saying that you are eligible for an elective procedure. Your plastic surgeon will likely want you to discontinue the anticoagulants for some time before and after your procedure. Best of luck.
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July 30, 2018
Answer: BIG GAMBLE You cannot safely undergo blepharoplasty or a facelift while you are on anticoagulants. So the question becomes, "Can I safely go off the anticoagulants to have the surgery". Atrial fibrillation increases the risk of stroke by releasing clots from the heart valves. If you stop the anticoagulation, you may very well be lucky and not have any problems. Or you may stroke out. 30 years ago I reviewed a case in which a patient with atrial fibrillation was going to get married and wanted a facelift. Her plastic surgeon said it was too risky. She pleaded it be done. She was sent to her cardiologist who said it would be risky, a gamble. She told them both that she was willing to take the risk and would sign any waivers to protect them from liability. She begged, pleaded , and insisted.The surgeon finally gave in. She signed the waivers, stopped the anticoagulation, and had an uncomplicated facelift on a Friday. Monday she stroked out.I determined there was no malpractice since the patient was adequately informed of the risk, demanded the procedure, and signed waivers.But as a young surgeon, I learned a valuable lesson. It is my responsibility as the treating physician to protect patients from their own ignorance. Patients may wish to gamble, but I have an ethical (though not legal) obligation not to take the bet.Cosmetic surgery is not worth a big gamble with your health.
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July 30, 2018
Answer: BIG GAMBLE You cannot safely undergo blepharoplasty or a facelift while you are on anticoagulants. So the question becomes, "Can I safely go off the anticoagulants to have the surgery". Atrial fibrillation increases the risk of stroke by releasing clots from the heart valves. If you stop the anticoagulation, you may very well be lucky and not have any problems. Or you may stroke out. 30 years ago I reviewed a case in which a patient with atrial fibrillation was going to get married and wanted a facelift. Her plastic surgeon said it was too risky. She pleaded it be done. She was sent to her cardiologist who said it would be risky, a gamble. She told them both that she was willing to take the risk and would sign any waivers to protect them from liability. She begged, pleaded , and insisted.The surgeon finally gave in. She signed the waivers, stopped the anticoagulation, and had an uncomplicated facelift on a Friday. Monday she stroked out.I determined there was no malpractice since the patient was adequately informed of the risk, demanded the procedure, and signed waivers.But as a young surgeon, I learned a valuable lesson. It is my responsibility as the treating physician to protect patients from their own ignorance. Patients may wish to gamble, but I have an ethical (though not legal) obligation not to take the bet.Cosmetic surgery is not worth a big gamble with your health.
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July 29, 2018
Answer: Blood thinners increase risk with #facelift or #eyelidlift Hi. As you know, blood thinners increases your risk of blood collecting below the skin (hematoma)--requires removal and can compromise the final result. If your prescribing cardiologist can not alter your regimen, you may wish to consider other less or noninvasive options for rejuvenation--such as chemical peels, topical retin A use, and some times of resurfacing (laser, Renuvion technology). Good luck, Dr. Doolabh
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July 29, 2018
Answer: Blood thinners increase risk with #facelift or #eyelidlift Hi. As you know, blood thinners increases your risk of blood collecting below the skin (hematoma)--requires removal and can compromise the final result. If your prescribing cardiologist can not alter your regimen, you may wish to consider other less or noninvasive options for rejuvenation--such as chemical peels, topical retin A use, and some times of resurfacing (laser, Renuvion technology). Good luck, Dr. Doolabh
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July 29, 2018
Answer: Facelift with anticoagulants The risk of hematoma is too high if you have to stay on anticoagulants. I would check with your cardiologist and see if you could tolerate a short break.
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July 29, 2018
Answer: Facelift with anticoagulants The risk of hematoma is too high if you have to stay on anticoagulants. I would check with your cardiologist and see if you could tolerate a short break.
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July 28, 2018
Answer: Can facelift be done while on anticoagulants? A facelift or lower eyelid surgery could not be done while taking anticoagulants. You could speak with your cardiologist to see if it is possible for you to go off of your anticoagulants for a period of time surrounding any possible cosmetic surgery.
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July 28, 2018
Answer: Can facelift be done while on anticoagulants? A facelift or lower eyelid surgery could not be done while taking anticoagulants. You could speak with your cardiologist to see if it is possible for you to go off of your anticoagulants for a period of time surrounding any possible cosmetic surgery.
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