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

It depends in part how far over the age of 41 is when one has surgery. In general, someone under the age of 50 without any past history or symptoms of cardiac issues would not require cardiac clearance prior to general anesthesia required for liposuction. Your plastic surgeon will perform a good exam and asking many questions regarding your general health which will help determine if you are at higher risk than average.

In general someone in their 40s with no known health problems and no specific reason to suspect cardiac issues would not need a cardiac work up before surgery. Your surgeon will determine this based on your history and a physical exam before surgery. Hope that helps! 

If you are undergoing general anesthetsia I suggest a clearance, all my patients get one regardless if they are over 45 and healthy -- although my procedures are done when the patient is awake which has much less risk.  Best, Dr. Emer.