Should I get a cardiac clearance since I'm over 40 before having a lipo and BBL procedure? I have no health problems (Photo)

Thank you for the question.Typically no cardiac work up is necessary for someone In their 40's with no history of any medical problems and undergoing liposuction.  I typically do a thorough history and physical and identify patients at high risk such smokers, diabetic etc... and have them see their internists and cardiologists as necessary.Make sure you are seeing a Board Certifyed Plastic Surgeon for your surgery.Best RegardsNagi T Ayoub MD, FACS 

Thank you for your question and photos.  For healthy patients over 40, I usually have them get basic lab work
and a medical clearance from their doctor. If you are younger and healthy with no cardiac
symptoms, there would not usually be a need for an EKG.So, I would not be too concerned about the EKG before liposuction and a fat transfer procedure. However, if your doctor requires it, it is a harmless and easy test. Best of luck to you!

In most cases, a cardiac clearance is NOT needed before liposuction and fat transfer. Your surgeon and primary care doctor are the best ones to decide this.