medical history

Why Does a Surgeon Want to Know a Detailed Medical History About Patients?

Because there is always some level of risk with any surgical procedure, patients play an important role in reducing any risk by providing a full and complete health history to your surgeon. For example, if you have a history of problems with circulation or blood clots, that is vital information for your plastic surgeon to have. Depending on your individual degree of risk, your doctor may adjust how you are positioned on the operating table to allow for adequate blood circulation to the legs. If you have a moderate or high risk for developing blood clots, you may also need to wear elastic stockings before, during, and after your procedure, or to take special anti-clotting medications.

Your doctor wants to do everything he or she can to ensure your health, well-being and safety during any cosmetic procedure. The more information you give him or her about your health history, the better off you are.

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