I am 52, in good health, 5'7", weigh 165kg, take no medications and have no known medical problems. I am going to have a full tummy tuck, lipo and breast reduction and lift. (From 36E to 36 C/D). Does 8 hours sound about right and can I feel confident that my risk of DVT is low? The surgeon has mentioned that they do take steps to minimise risk. Is there anything I can do also?
Answer: Is 7-8 hours of surgery time reasonable and safe for my combined TT and Breast Reduction/Lift? If you weigh 165 lbs instead of 165 kilograms, the surgery can be performed. The surgery can be performed in 4 hours in expert fashion and will result in a lower probability for complications.
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Answer: Is 7-8 hours of surgery time reasonable and safe for my combined TT and Breast Reduction/Lift? If you weigh 165 lbs instead of 165 kilograms, the surgery can be performed. The surgery can be performed in 4 hours in expert fashion and will result in a lower probability for complications.
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Answer: Combining procedures The procedures that you mentioned are often combined in one surgical day as long as you are in general good health and otherwise a good candidate for the procedures you are considering. When preparing for surgery you will need to review your medications including prescription, over the counter and supplements with your surgeon who will then advise which you can continue and which need to be stopped. Eat a healthy, balanced diet and continue regular exercise up to your surgery day. Do not smoke or ingest nicotine or THC/CBD. I've included a video on preparing for surgery that I hope you find helpful.
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Answer: Combining procedures The procedures that you mentioned are often combined in one surgical day as long as you are in general good health and otherwise a good candidate for the procedures you are considering. When preparing for surgery you will need to review your medications including prescription, over the counter and supplements with your surgeon who will then advise which you can continue and which need to be stopped. Eat a healthy, balanced diet and continue regular exercise up to your surgery day. Do not smoke or ingest nicotine or THC/CBD. I've included a video on preparing for surgery that I hope you find helpful.
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March 30, 2017
Answer: Combined procedures Breast implants/Breast Lift and Tummy Tuck are often Performed Together SafelyDifferent surgeons will recommend different procedures including doing more than one at a time. Some surgeons also differ in ability, time it takes to do the same procedure and general. It makes this a difficult choice for patients. Based on my own experience I would do all at once as long as it takes 4 or less hours. Surgeons should never perform elective operations that they are uncomfortable performing or feel unwise for them, nor should they be faulted for doing so. However, for me, I typically perform a tummy tuck and breast augmentation and lift (mastopexy) at the same time and usually takes about 3-4 hours so I recommend this be done in one surgery and this is what many refer to a Mommy Makeover.
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March 30, 2017
Answer: Combined procedures Breast implants/Breast Lift and Tummy Tuck are often Performed Together SafelyDifferent surgeons will recommend different procedures including doing more than one at a time. Some surgeons also differ in ability, time it takes to do the same procedure and general. It makes this a difficult choice for patients. Based on my own experience I would do all at once as long as it takes 4 or less hours. Surgeons should never perform elective operations that they are uncomfortable performing or feel unwise for them, nor should they be faulted for doing so. However, for me, I typically perform a tummy tuck and breast augmentation and lift (mastopexy) at the same time and usually takes about 3-4 hours so I recommend this be done in one surgery and this is what many refer to a Mommy Makeover.
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March 17, 2017
Answer: Combined surgeries and safety The risk of a DVT definitely increases with the length of a surgery, especially an 8 hour procedure involving a tummy tuck. I would recommend discussing this in great detail with you plastic surgeon and consider having two separate surgeries. If you are actually 165 kg (and not 165 lbs) I would recommend weight loss prior to having any type of aesthetic surgery.Best wishes,Dr.Bruno
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March 17, 2017
Answer: Combined surgeries and safety The risk of a DVT definitely increases with the length of a surgery, especially an 8 hour procedure involving a tummy tuck. I would recommend discussing this in great detail with you plastic surgeon and consider having two separate surgeries. If you are actually 165 kg (and not 165 lbs) I would recommend weight loss prior to having any type of aesthetic surgery.Best wishes,Dr.Bruno
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March 15, 2017
Answer: Is 7-8 hours of surgery time reasonable and safe for my combined TT and Breast Reduction/Lift? Thank you for your questions. I do not think that for these procedures together, a time estimate of 7-8 hours is unreasonable. This length of surgery can be ok for the right person. If you indeed weigh 165 kg (364 pounds), then I would say that this is too long on an operative table and I would advise you to separate the procedures and do them at different times in the interest of safety. Hope this helps!
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March 15, 2017
Answer: Is 7-8 hours of surgery time reasonable and safe for my combined TT and Breast Reduction/Lift? Thank you for your questions. I do not think that for these procedures together, a time estimate of 7-8 hours is unreasonable. This length of surgery can be ok for the right person. If you indeed weigh 165 kg (364 pounds), then I would say that this is too long on an operative table and I would advise you to separate the procedures and do them at different times in the interest of safety. Hope this helps!
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