Is it necessary to have a blood transfusion during sliding genioplasty?

Question

I read somewhere that there is considerable blood loss during this surgery and a transfusion is necessary.. is that true?

Timothy Osborn, MD · Answer

While there is some blood loss during this procedure, it should not be anywhere near needing a transfusion. We have performed hundreds of "genios" and never once needed to transfuse anyone with blood. That being said, we specialize in this procedure and are able to complete the surgery in about 45 min - 1 hour. For surgeons who do not perform this surgery as frequently, it will take them more time, thus extending the time a person will be bleeding. Still, there should be no need for a transfusion if the surgery is done correctly. If you have found a surgeon who says a transfusion is necessary, I would look elsewhere for another consult.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

Unless you have a bleeding disorder, you should not need a blood transfusion for sliding genioplasty.
I suggest having a few in person, consultations with both plastic surgeons and oral surgeons in your community 
Best,
Mats Hagstrom, MD

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