I have factor v Leiden HET - am I still a candidate for a tummy tuck and liposuction?

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Is it possible to have tummy tuck and lipo having the gene factor v Leiden HET?

Gerald Minniti, MD, FACS · Answer

You will need to have prophylactic blood thinning after your surgery for about a week. It would be an protein fragment of heparin injected under your skin once or twice daily. This will reduce your risk of DVT/VTE (blood clots and/or pulmonary embolism) to normal levels.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Torresv1,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. You would need to get a clearance from your doctor. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

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