I was diagnosed with sleep apnea 2 years ago, the doctor recommended me to lose weight since I was 70 pounds over my ideal weight, I did it, I have lost 45 pounds so far,I feel now 90% better, I am working on loosing 25 more pounds and considering a tummy tuck with a BBL but I have read that sleep apnea is a major risk with general anesteshia, what do you think? Thank you so much in advance for your response
February 9, 2016
Answer: Sleep apnea is not an absolute contraindication to abdominoplasty. Postoperative monitoring is critical in patients with a history of sleep apnea due to additional ventilatory issues produced by and abdominoplasty. It is not however an absolute contraindication to the procedure.
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February 9, 2016
Answer: Sleep apnea is not an absolute contraindication to abdominoplasty. Postoperative monitoring is critical in patients with a history of sleep apnea due to additional ventilatory issues produced by and abdominoplasty. It is not however an absolute contraindication to the procedure.
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February 9, 2016
Answer: Considering tummy tuck and BBL but I have sleep apnea Thank you for your excellent question and congratulations the impressive weight loss. Sleep apnea is a condition that has gained lots of attention for surgeons due to the potential breathing risks before, during, and after surgery. It is wise to always bring this condition up to all your physicians as there are steps that can be taken to minimize your risk. You are doing the best thing right now by losing weight as this will significantly improve your risk profile, and be sure that your CPAP machine and any additional supplies are in good working order for your convalescence. Sleep apnea by itself does not eliminate the possibility of surgery, but it is another condition that needs to be optimized prior to your procedure.
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February 9, 2016
Answer: Considering tummy tuck and BBL but I have sleep apnea Thank you for your excellent question and congratulations the impressive weight loss. Sleep apnea is a condition that has gained lots of attention for surgeons due to the potential breathing risks before, during, and after surgery. It is wise to always bring this condition up to all your physicians as there are steps that can be taken to minimize your risk. You are doing the best thing right now by losing weight as this will significantly improve your risk profile, and be sure that your CPAP machine and any additional supplies are in good working order for your convalescence. Sleep apnea by itself does not eliminate the possibility of surgery, but it is another condition that needs to be optimized prior to your procedure.
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