Should I be worried about getting a blood clot after breast reduction? My friends mother in law died 5 days after having a breast reduction and tummy tuck. She was 69 and I am 56
Answer: Blood clot after surgery tessh, Thanks for the inquiry. Blood clots are a risk after any surgery but it is relatively uncommon after this type of surgery. Be sure your surgeon knows of any history you or your family members have had with a blood clot and ask if he/she uses a compression device on your legs during the surgery. Postoperatively, it is very important to ambulate frequently to further decrease the risk of forming a clot.
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Answer: Blood clot after surgery tessh, Thanks for the inquiry. Blood clots are a risk after any surgery but it is relatively uncommon after this type of surgery. Be sure your surgeon knows of any history you or your family members have had with a blood clot and ask if he/she uses a compression device on your legs during the surgery. Postoperatively, it is very important to ambulate frequently to further decrease the risk of forming a clot.
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October 13, 2018
Answer: Blood clot Best to ask your PS about the risks and whether he/she would recommend in regards to prophylaxis. A family history and a past history are more a predictor than someone that is not related. Risk is also dependent on how long the op takes, mobilisation afterwards and how you recover.
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October 13, 2018
Answer: Blood clot Best to ask your PS about the risks and whether he/she would recommend in regards to prophylaxis. A family history and a past history are more a predictor than someone that is not related. Risk is also dependent on how long the op takes, mobilisation afterwards and how you recover.
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