I'm doing research on potential complications that could arise during rhinoplasty to figure out what to ask during my 2 upcoming rhinoplasty consultations w/ board-certified, experienced plastic surgeons. I read one story about someone in Peru who died from tachycardia after rhinoplasty. Even if it's rare, hearing stories like this really scares me. I did have general anesthesia tough almost 9 years ago for a tooth extraction and that went smoothly without any complications.
December 16, 2019
Answer: Tachycardia and rhinoplasty Tachycardia can arise from injections of epinephrine, topical vasoconstrictors, and topical cocaine which is often used in a rhinoplasty procedure. Unfortunately, anesthesia and surgery is often not regulated in other countries so it would be like comparing apples and oranges. Most surgeries performed in the USA under general anesthesia are at accredited and licensed centers so they should have drugs to treat tachycardia should this arise. It is more common in younger women but is normally easy to control by the anesthesia provider.
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December 16, 2019
Answer: Tachycardia and rhinoplasty Tachycardia can arise from injections of epinephrine, topical vasoconstrictors, and topical cocaine which is often used in a rhinoplasty procedure. Unfortunately, anesthesia and surgery is often not regulated in other countries so it would be like comparing apples and oranges. Most surgeries performed in the USA under general anesthesia are at accredited and licensed centers so they should have drugs to treat tachycardia should this arise. It is more common in younger women but is normally easy to control by the anesthesia provider.
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December 16, 2019
Answer: General Anesthesia If done properly by an experienced anesthesiologist, general anesthesia is very safe. It is unlikely to get any delayed tachycardia. Any immediate tachycardia during surgery can be managed by the anesthesiologist. Do your home work on the anesthesiologist as well, not just the surgeon. RegardsDr. J
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December 16, 2019
Answer: General Anesthesia If done properly by an experienced anesthesiologist, general anesthesia is very safe. It is unlikely to get any delayed tachycardia. Any immediate tachycardia during surgery can be managed by the anesthesiologist. Do your home work on the anesthesiologist as well, not just the surgeon. RegardsDr. J
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