My platelet count is 110,000. Is this count too low to perform a safe tummy tuck/breast augmentation procedure?

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I am interested in getting a mommy makeover but my blood work shows that my platelet count is on the lower side: 110,000. I am considering a mommy makeover procedure. My blood work revealed my platelet count is 110,000 (first discovered at pregnancy 9 years ago and this count has been relatively consistent for me since). I have had consults with 3 different plastic surgeons 2 of which WOULD perform the mommy makeover and 1 Dr.who refused based on my platelet count. I want to be assured a safe surgery and recovery so would appreciate perspectives on this issue so I can make an informed decision. Thank you so much.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

The platelet count itself is not a contraindication to surgery; more important will be a complete history/physical examination to determine whether you  are at a greater risk for bleeding  during surgery. If in doubt, seek consultation with a hematologist,  for complete preoperative evaluation/“clearance”. Best wishes.

Michael S. Beckenstein, MD · Answer

if you have had successful pregmancies without excessive bleeding, it seems that you would be Ok to undergo elective surgery. However, to be safe a consultation with a hematologist will be the best way to make sure. Lab evaluation will determine if you are more susceptible to bleeding peri operatively.

David Liland, MD · Answer

While Low platelet counts can be associated with more bleeding you have had this condition for 9 years and went thru pregnancy . Did you have abnormal bleeding with that challenge. Do you have problems with routine cuts? You would already know if you did and would have probably mentioned that fact. I would operate on you after a hematologist saw you and completed a bleeding time profile and gave a clearance. Also would chose to do in a hospital that had blood products available just in case.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

The lower platelet count should be investigated by a hematologist, but this may not prevent you from having the surgeries.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

Christopher Khorsandi, MD · Answer

Your platelet count is a borderline low level.  This poses a moderate risk for surgery.     With any low platelet count the risk for bleeding increases.  It may be advisable that your surgery be performed in a hospital setting and you should have your blood typed and cross matched  prior to surgery  in the event of an emergency. I would also recommend  24 hours of inpatient observation to assure that you are stable from a cardiovascular standpoint.    the risks of surgery should be discussed at length with the surgeon. You should understand that cosmetic surgery is elective and that given your platelet count potential for bleeding significant complication does exist.   However with the proper precautions patients can undergo elective surgery.

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