I recently was having a MMO, and the surgeon had gotten about 50% dpne with lipo (first procedure) when my heart rate dropped into the 30s. He canceled the rest of the procedure to send me to get clearance from a cardio dr. I just saw the cardio doc, and he cleared me as moderate. He said my heart was fine. There was absolutely nothing wrong. Something about a vagal nerve? Would i need to use a hospital for the rest of my surgery? Or is it safe at my drs surgical center?
Answer: Low heart rate. Is it safe for me to get a mommy makeover? If you have a low heart rate (bradycardia), it’s important to consult with your primary care physician or a cardiologist before undergoing a mommy makeover. Bradycardia can sometimes indicate underlying health issues, like electrolyte imbalances, heart conduction problems, or metabolic concerns, that could impact surgical safety and anesthesia tolerance.
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Answer: Low heart rate. Is it safe for me to get a mommy makeover? If you have a low heart rate (bradycardia), it’s important to consult with your primary care physician or a cardiologist before undergoing a mommy makeover. Bradycardia can sometimes indicate underlying health issues, like electrolyte imbalances, heart conduction problems, or metabolic concerns, that could impact surgical safety and anesthesia tolerance.
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Answer: Surgery & Low Heart Rate Thank you for your question. It sounds like your low heart rate episode was likely due to vagal stimulation, which can occur during liposuction, anesthesia, or under the stress of surgery. Since your cardiologist cleared you, that’s a positive sign. However, if your vitals were stable after the episode and your cardiologist gave moderate clearance, your surgeon might proceed at their accredited surgical center, provided they have the proper monitoring equipment. But, if your heart rate remains unpredictably low or you have recurrent vagal episodes, a hospital setting may be safer, where they can manage complications with immediate intervention. Since your cardiologist found no underlying heart issue, it’s possible that your vagal response was a one-time event. But your anesthesia team must be aware of this history. Discuss with your anesthesiologist beforehand. Some anesthetic techniques, such as avoiding excessive sedation and using vagolytic drugs, if necessary, can help prevent another episode. Additionally, consider opting for local anesthesia combined with intravenous sedation instead of general anesthesia, if it is appropriate for your procedures.
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Answer: Surgery & Low Heart Rate Thank you for your question. It sounds like your low heart rate episode was likely due to vagal stimulation, which can occur during liposuction, anesthesia, or under the stress of surgery. Since your cardiologist cleared you, that’s a positive sign. However, if your vitals were stable after the episode and your cardiologist gave moderate clearance, your surgeon might proceed at their accredited surgical center, provided they have the proper monitoring equipment. But, if your heart rate remains unpredictably low or you have recurrent vagal episodes, a hospital setting may be safer, where they can manage complications with immediate intervention. Since your cardiologist found no underlying heart issue, it’s possible that your vagal response was a one-time event. But your anesthesia team must be aware of this history. Discuss with your anesthesiologist beforehand. Some anesthetic techniques, such as avoiding excessive sedation and using vagolytic drugs, if necessary, can help prevent another episode. Additionally, consider opting for local anesthesia combined with intravenous sedation instead of general anesthesia, if it is appropriate for your procedures.
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October 22, 2024
Answer: Low Heart Rate Your response of a low heart rate during your first procedure does sound like a vagal phenomenon. With a clear cardiac exam showing no abnormalities of the heart, you should be fine to proceed with the procedure. I would however, do it in a hospital setting where there is more supportive staff should something occur again. Hope this helps.
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October 22, 2024
Answer: Low Heart Rate Your response of a low heart rate during your first procedure does sound like a vagal phenomenon. With a clear cardiac exam showing no abnormalities of the heart, you should be fine to proceed with the procedure. I would however, do it in a hospital setting where there is more supportive staff should something occur again. Hope this helps.
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October 14, 2024
Answer: Surgery That may have been a one-time event, but I suggest having your procedure scheduled at the hospital just in case you need support or an overnight stay.
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October 14, 2024
Answer: Surgery That may have been a one-time event, but I suggest having your procedure scheduled at the hospital just in case you need support or an overnight stay.
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October 12, 2024
Answer: Safety 1st. Your entire entire previous operative record should be reviewed to see if there is any reason, medication‘s or otherwise, that could have contributed to your decreasing heart rate. Then you should have a complete cardiac workout by your cardiologist. If all of this is normal, you should be able to proceed with the rest of the procedure, however, considering that one episode, it might make most sense for you to have it done in a hospital with it’s support staff.
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October 12, 2024
Answer: Safety 1st. Your entire entire previous operative record should be reviewed to see if there is any reason, medication‘s or otherwise, that could have contributed to your decreasing heart rate. Then you should have a complete cardiac workout by your cardiologist. If all of this is normal, you should be able to proceed with the rest of the procedure, however, considering that one episode, it might make most sense for you to have it done in a hospital with it’s support staff.
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