I missed my rhinoplasty surgery date as I was admitted to hospital for a very mild stroke. I am a 45 yr old otherwise healthy female. Is it safe to go under general anesthetic after suffering a TIA? How long
March 16, 2015
Answer: Rhinoplasty after a TIA First off, glad you are feeling well enough to think about surgery. However, reasons for your TIA should be ruled out and adequately treated. These may include, arterial spasm vs blockage vs emboli among others. Appropriate work up and treatment is essential to prevent further problems in the future. A medical clearance must be done in due time not only by your internist but your neurologist as well. Safety first.Once in the clear, you may have your rhinoplasty. Best.
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March 16, 2015
Answer: Rhinoplasty after a TIA First off, glad you are feeling well enough to think about surgery. However, reasons for your TIA should be ruled out and adequately treated. These may include, arterial spasm vs blockage vs emboli among others. Appropriate work up and treatment is essential to prevent further problems in the future. A medical clearance must be done in due time not only by your internist but your neurologist as well. Safety first.Once in the clear, you may have your rhinoplasty. Best.
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March 16, 2015
Answer: Rhinoplasty after TIA I am sorry to hear about your mild stroke or TIA. Your health and safety come first with any elective surgical procedure such as rhinoplasty. Discuss your circumstances with your primary care provider and the physician treating you for your TIA. That should be able to give you an idea of when you can have the surgery. In some cases a blood thinning medication is prescribed after a TIA and you would need to be able to come off of that before surgery. I wish you a speedy recovery. Cody Koch
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March 16, 2015
Answer: Rhinoplasty after TIA I am sorry to hear about your mild stroke or TIA. Your health and safety come first with any elective surgical procedure such as rhinoplasty. Discuss your circumstances with your primary care provider and the physician treating you for your TIA. That should be able to give you an idea of when you can have the surgery. In some cases a blood thinning medication is prescribed after a TIA and you would need to be able to come off of that before surgery. I wish you a speedy recovery. Cody Koch
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