Hello. I have had previous blood clotting issues due to a large fibroid sitting on my vein. I had an hysterectomy and was on blood thinners for awhile and an IVC filter was implanted. That was in 2017, I havent had any issues since. My leg still swells from time to time. I would like to get a mommmy make over and a BBL. I was just wondering if the IVC filter will hinder the tummy tuck? Thank you in advance.
Answer: Previous Clotting Issue/IVC filter implanted - will it hinder tummy tuck? Hello @BizzyLizzy72, thank you for your question. Is important you consult with your hematologist, if you have your doctor approval yes you can have your surgery. Keep in mind that for any surgery you want to undergo, you need to be in good health, which reduces the risks in the operating room. I suggest you consult with several board certified plastic surgeon. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez, MD FACS
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Answer: Previous Clotting Issue/IVC filter implanted - will it hinder tummy tuck? Hello @BizzyLizzy72, thank you for your question. Is important you consult with your hematologist, if you have your doctor approval yes you can have your surgery. Keep in mind that for any surgery you want to undergo, you need to be in good health, which reduces the risks in the operating room. I suggest you consult with several board certified plastic surgeon. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez, MD FACS
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Answer: Surgery The filter will actually be helpful, but you may need medical clearance for surgery, especially since your leg continues to swell.
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Answer: Surgery The filter will actually be helpful, but you may need medical clearance for surgery, especially since your leg continues to swell.
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August 9, 2022
Answer: IVC Filter with a Tummy Tuck and BBL Thank you for your question regarding an IVC filter and your desire to have a mommy maker. An IVC filter in your inferior vena cava catches clots on their way back to the heart. The critical question would be what your hematologist, blood thinner, or blood clot doctor suggests. If they say that you are cleared for surgery, I imagine you could proceed with the surgeries. Another critical question is where you are currently on blood thinners. Many people with IVC filters are on a lifelong blood thinner. If you are, the blood thinners will need to be stopped; during surgery, you'd be allowed a healing time, and then the blood thinners are restarted. This needs to be coordinated with your hematologist regarding your end and start date. I performed these procedures with patients on IVC filters, but it requires coordination with medical team members, specifically the hematologists and your plastic surgeon. In addition, I would also suggest decreasing the risk of blood clots that your surgeries be staged. Perhaps you would perform liposuction and BBL first, and then at a section stage, do the tummy tuck. This would give your tummy the best optimal results.
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August 9, 2022
Answer: IVC Filter with a Tummy Tuck and BBL Thank you for your question regarding an IVC filter and your desire to have a mommy maker. An IVC filter in your inferior vena cava catches clots on their way back to the heart. The critical question would be what your hematologist, blood thinner, or blood clot doctor suggests. If they say that you are cleared for surgery, I imagine you could proceed with the surgeries. Another critical question is where you are currently on blood thinners. Many people with IVC filters are on a lifelong blood thinner. If you are, the blood thinners will need to be stopped; during surgery, you'd be allowed a healing time, and then the blood thinners are restarted. This needs to be coordinated with your hematologist regarding your end and start date. I performed these procedures with patients on IVC filters, but it requires coordination with medical team members, specifically the hematologists and your plastic surgeon. In addition, I would also suggest decreasing the risk of blood clots that your surgeries be staged. Perhaps you would perform liposuction and BBL first, and then at a section stage, do the tummy tuck. This would give your tummy the best optimal results.
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July 17, 2022
Answer: History of blood clots and tummy tuck Thanks for your inquiry, it is best you also get medical clearance prior to surgery, but in general terms a tummy tuck can be successfully be performed with peri-operative Lovenox, etc. The IVC filter should not an independent risk, Best of luck.
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July 17, 2022
Answer: History of blood clots and tummy tuck Thanks for your inquiry, it is best you also get medical clearance prior to surgery, but in general terms a tummy tuck can be successfully be performed with peri-operative Lovenox, etc. The IVC filter should not an independent risk, Best of luck.
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July 18, 2022
Answer: High risk While the decision to have surgery, especially cosmetic surgery can be very personal, sometimes the risks outweigh the benefits.
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July 18, 2022
Answer: High risk While the decision to have surgery, especially cosmetic surgery can be very personal, sometimes the risks outweigh the benefits.
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July 5, 2022
Answer: Will my filter hinder a tummy tuck? Your implanted filter will not hinder your tummy tuck. However it is important that you first speak to your hematologist about your interest in the procedure. If given clearance you can then meet with a board certified plastic surgeon for a consultation.
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July 5, 2022
Answer: Will my filter hinder a tummy tuck? Your implanted filter will not hinder your tummy tuck. However it is important that you first speak to your hematologist about your interest in the procedure. If given clearance you can then meet with a board certified plastic surgeon for a consultation.
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