Before performing plastic surgery, it is important that preoperative tests are performed, which should be indicated by the doctor, in order to avoid complications during the procedure or in the recovery phase, such as anemia or serious infections, for example.
Therefore, the doctor recommends a series of tests to determine if the person is healthy and if surgery is possible, only after analyzing all tests is it possible to inform the person if it is possible to perform plastic surgery without complications.
The main tests requested by the doctor before any plastic surgery are:
Blood tests are critical to understanding the patient’s overall health.The most requested tests before surgery are:
To perform blood tests it may be necessary to fast at least 8 hours, or according to the advice of the laboratory or doctor, in addition, it is recommended not to consume alcohol or smoke at least 2 days before the test, as these factors may interfere with the result.
Urine testing is requested to check for kidney changes and possible infections, so your doctor usually requests a type 1 urine test, also called SAA, in which macroscopic aspects, such as color and odor, and microscopic aspects, such as the presence of red blood cells, epithelial cells, leukocytes, crystals and microorganisms, are also checked for pH, density and the presence of other substances in the urine , such as bilirubin, ketones, glucose and proteins, for example, which reports changes not only in the kidneys, but also in the liver, for example.
In addition to SAA, the plastic surgeon also recommends performing a uroculture, which is a microbiological examination that aims to check for the presence of the microorganisms responsible for the infection, because if an infection is suspected, there is usually adequate treatment to prevent it.the risk of complications during the procedure.
The test that evaluates the heart normally requested before surgery is the electrocardiogram, also called ECG, which evaluates the electrical activity of the heart, through this test the cardiologist evaluates the rhythm, speed and number of heartbeats, identifying possible abnormalities.
ECG is a quick test, lasts on average 10 minutes, does not cause pain and does not require specific preparation.
Imaging tests vary depending on the type of plastic surgery to be performed, but they all have the same goal, which is to evaluate the area where the surgery will be performed and verify the integrity of the organs.
In case of increase, reduction and mastopexia, for example, an ultrasound of the breast and lower part is indicated, in addition to the mammogram if the person is older than 50 years.In the case of abdominoplasty and liposuction, an ultrasound is usually recommended throughout the abdomen and abdominal wall.For rhinoplasty surgeries, for example, your doctor often requests a sinus scan.
For imaging, no preparation is usually required, but it is important to follow the instructions and instructions of your doctor or the location of the exam.
Tests should be done at least 3 months for plastic surgery, as tests performed more than 3 months may not represent the person’s actual condition, as there may be changes in the body.
The examinations are requested by the plastic surgeon and aim to know the person and identify possible changes that may endanger the patient during the procedure.Therefore, it is important that all tests are carried out to ensure the success and safety of the surgical procedure.
The test results are analyzed by the doctor and anaesthetist and, if all goes well, the surgery is authorized and performed without any risk.