What do they look for or do for medical clearance before a brazilian butt lift?

Question

I am curious as to what my family doctor will need to do in order to clear me for this surgery. Is it common that patients get turned away after going through a physical? What are the main things they look for during the physical?

Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACS · Answer

A good candidate has enough fat available for transfer in the procedure. The amount of fat that can be transferred in a BBL depends on how much fat the patient has to harvest and the amount of space there is to move the fat into. It is recommended for the patient to have a BMI of 30 or less. If you are too thin, a Brazilian Butt Lift may not be possible.

Leo Lapuerta, MD · Answer

Every practice is different in their protocols on pre-operative testing. As a general rule, it is best to have a basic EKG of the heart if you have any history of heart problems, chest pain or high blood pressure. It is also recommended to have blood work drawn if you have a history of anemia or family history of a blood clotting disorder. It is EXTREMEMLY important that you discuss all medical history and family history with your plastic surgeon before having any type of surgery.

George Lefkovits, MD · Answer

Whenever a  patient is about to undergo a procedure under heavy sedation and/or general anesthesia and there is an underlying medical condition such as high nlood pressure, hear disease or diabetes or a history of blood clots, medical clearance is requested. To clear the patient medically the physician will perform different blood tests, EKG and X-rays where indicated in order to be certain that the patent's condition is stable and well controlled. The clearnce is sought so as to minimize medical complications following surgery. If the physician feels that the patient's condition is not well controlled the surgery may be postponed or outright cancelled.

What do they look for or do for medical clearance before a brazilian butt lift?

Answers (3)

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Brazilian Butt Lift

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.

What do they look for or do for medical clearance before a brazilian butt lift?

Answers (3)

Browse related questions

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Brazilian Butt Lift

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.