Is bradycardia a problem when considering plastic surgery for a full facelift?

Hello,Typically, asymptomatic bradycardia should not preclude patients from having surgery. As long as you have had this issue investigated by a cardiologist and he has given you a reasonable, non-mitigating cause for it, the procedure can be performed safely.Good luck with your procedure.

When considering plastic surgery it is always advisable to seek preoperative medical clearance from your primary care doctor.  If necessary they may refer you to a specialist such as a cardiologist for further workup and clearance.

 Bradycardia is only an issue if he produces symptoms and is an anesthetic risk. The best way to determine if your bradycardia is problematic would be to have a consultation with the cardiologist. 

Bradycardia is not a problem if it is the result of being physically fit and your bradycardia is in normal sinus rhythm on your EKG. It is a problem if it is the result of an abnormal electrical conduction in your heart. A simple test to find out would be a 12-lead EKG. Other potential causes would be hypothyroid or medication effects. A careful history and examination will rule out all abnormal causes.

The question you ask is an excellent one. Most individuals
who have bradycardia are either in great physical shape or have a conductive
abnormality in the electrical signals of the heart. Given your history you
sound like you have a very healthy heart and this should not be an issue. As a
cautionary measure, in our practice, we have all patients over the age of 50
undergo an EKG for preoperative clearance. It is painless, takes a short period
of time, and very informative. Hopefully
this is helpful to you.Be healthy and be well, James M. Ridgway, MD, FACS

Bradycardia in and of itself, is not an issue unless it is an indication of an underlying problem.  You should get a letter of medical clearance from a doctor who knows your medical history well and can give an objective evaluation of your health, plus an EKG before your surgery to be sure everything is in order. 

As long as you have medical clearance by a cardiologist, I'm sure your surgeon and anesthesiologist will allow you to proceed with the facelift.  Sinus bradycardia is common in people who are athletic.All the best,

Not necessarily.Bradycardia (which is defined as a heart rate below 60) is not uncommon in patients, especially if they are very fit and exercise regularly.  Before any aesthetic surgery a comprehensive review of your medical history and physical examination should be performed.  If your surgeon does not do this himself/herself or require this from your primary care physician then it's best you find another surgeon.  Additionally, your blood should be checked to make sure your blood levels, electrolytes, and organs are healthy.Lastly, an EKG (also known as a ECG) should be performed to make sure your slow heart rate has a normal rhythm.  These are the minimal studies that should ALWAYS be performed before undergoing a facelift or other aesthetic surgical procedure.The following website provides more information on aesthetic services.I hope this helps.

There is no problem performing a facelift in a healthy individual with bradycardia.  If the bradycardia is due to a medical problem, then this could be a concern and would need to be looked into prior to any surgical procedure.  

Hello Melshomecorner,Having a low heart rate is not necessarily problematic unless it is the sign of other problems.  There are many people with bradycardia who undergo elective surgery.  I would personally have my patient evaluated by a cardiologist for a heart rate that low at baseline to make sure everything is ok.  If clearance was provided by the cardiologist I would have no concerns operating on you.  I hope this helps and good luck.