Low Platelets and Rhinoplasty Surgery

Dear rhinoplasty patient from New Jersey,
This matter should be investigated by your surgeon and a hematologist. Slightly low platelet count is not a contraindication to rhinoplasty, but your platelets are very low and this may require some pre treatments and close observation in a hospital. Good luck
 

Probably not a great idea, until it is fully investigated by your Rhinoplasty surgeon as well as, and most importantly by a Hematologist. Although the number of circulating platelets is important, it is their ability to FUNCTION properly that is of utmost concern. Your hematologist will check a bleeding time to help fully evaluate. Also, it will depend on the extent of surgery, per your Rhinoplasty surgeon, whether it is advisable to proceed. Some of the manuevers we use generate more risk of bleeding than others (in-fracturing of nasal bones, septoplasty, etc.) and therefore may not be advisable.

Good luck!

Dr. C

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You ask an excellent question that needs to be addressed before considering Rhinoplasty Surgery. If you're completely asymptomatic, then you may not need any intervention. If you have a history of easy bleeding or bruising, or if you've had excessive bleeding after a dental extraction or prior surgery, then you'll likely be at high risk for a bleeding complication after your nose job.

Nasal bleeding is the most common complication associated with rhinoplasty surgery in patients with normal platelet count and function. In that regard, get advice from a certified, reputable hematologist. Ask if it would be best to have your surgery performed in a hospital setting where hematology consultation could be available in the event of a bleeding problem.

I hope this is helpful for you.

Regards from West Orange:

My not be advisable.  The nose has a very robust circulation and having fluctuations in your platelet count may not be the best situation for a potential rhinoplasty patient.  Get several opinions from board-certified plastic surgeons.

Dr. ES

The nose is one of the most vascular or well supplied areas of your face. Even if you clot normally, you may need the extra platelets to prevent a delayed nose bleed after surgery. I would recommend that you obtain the medical clearance of a hematologist or blood specialist after your have consulted with your rhinoplasty physician about what needs to be done. I hope thisi information helps.