BBL deaths in Miami --should I be worried?

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I’m a 34 year old woman from Los Angeles that is going to get a BBL in Miami in 3 weeks. I’m 5’8 weigh 173 lbs and 26 BMI. Over all very healthy, don’t smoke or drink. My surgeon is a double certified plastic surgeon with over 4000bbls under his belt. I’m extremely worried and scared because of the recent deaths that occurred in Miami due to BBL procedures. I hear about cardiac arrests and fat embolisms, idk what to believe.The question from me is should I be worried?

Steven Svehlak, MD · Answer

It is normal to be anxious about an upcoming surgery.  It is important that you do understand that there are certain risks to the procedure.  Even though the risk is small, these events do occur.  Studies have shown that technique and cannula selection can contribute to increased complications.  It is very important to spend the time you need to review ALL your questions and concerns with your surgeon before undergoing such a procedure.  Make sure you are comfortable before proceeding with the procedure.

Nicholas A. Flugstad, MD · Answer

BBL, or fat transfer to the buttocks, has been associated with certain very unusal risks, such as fat embolism, or rarely death. It has been shown in recent years that most of these risks are modifiable and can be avoided with use of safer techniques and instruments. These include different sized fat injection cannulas and avoidance of injection of fat into certain deeper areas of the buttocks. See an American Board of Plastic Surgery/ASAPS member surgeon who can have an in depth discussion with you about the risks and benefits of BBL. BBL is a wonderful and safe procedure, and in the right center, you should not be worried.

Arian Mowlavi, MD, FACS (license on probation) · Answer

Minimizing BBL deaths. To minimize cardiac complications you should complete a preoperative clearance from your primary care physician and ask that an EKG be done. In order to minimize risk of fat emboli, you should seek a high definition liposuction expert who utilizes ultrasound when injecting the fat into your buttocks.

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