### Risk of Medial Thigh Lift Surgery, Continued

Bleeding - It is possible, though unusual, to experience a bleeding episode during or after surgery. Should post-operative bleeding occur, it might require emergency treatment to drain accumulated blood (hematoma) or blood transfusions. Do not take any aspirin or anti-inflammatory medications seven to ten days before surgery, as this may increase the risk of bleeding. Many herbal supplements such as garlic, ginkgo biloba, omega 3 fatty acids, and others may also increase bleeding and should be discontinued as well. Hypertension (high blood pressure) that is not under good medical control may cause bleeding during or after surgery. Skin Contour Irregularities Contour Irregularities - Contour irregularities and depressions may occur after medial thigh lift. Visible and palpable wrinkling of the skin can occur. Skin Scarring Scarring - Scarring occurs in every type of surgery. In some cases, abnormal scars may result. Scars may migrate location, be unattractive, raised, thick, wide, and of different color than surrounding skin. Additional treatments, including surgery, may be necessary to treat abnormal scarring. Surgical Anesthesia Anesthesia - Both local and general anesthesia involves risk. There is the possibility of complications, injury, and even death from all forms of surgical anesthesia of sedation. Asymmetry - Symmetrical body appearance may not result from medial thigh lift. Factors such as skin tone, fatty deposits, bony prominences, and muscle tone may contribute to normal asymmetry in body features. Irregularities - Irregularities in the skin contour may occur as a result of surgery. Delayed healing is possible. These may be due to an accumulation of fluid under the skin that has to be drained until the problem is resolved. Allergic Reactions Reactions - in rare cases, local allergies to tape, suture material, or topical preparations have been reported. Systemic reactions, which are more serious, may occur to drugs used during surgery and prescription medicines. Allergic reactions may require additional treatment. Deep Venous Thrombosis, Cardiac and Pulmonary Complications Venous Thrombosis, Cardiac and Pulmonary Complications -Surgery, especially longer procedures, may be associated with the formation of, or increase in, blood clots in the venous system. Pulmonary complications may occur secondarily to blood clots (pulmonary emboli), fat deposits (fat emboli) or partial collapse of the lungs after general anesthesia. Pulmonary and fat emboli can be life threatening or fatal in some circumstances. Air travel, inactivity, and other conditions may increase the incidence of blood clots travelling to the lungs causing a major blood clot that may result in death. It is important to discuss with Dr. Cashio any past history of blood clots or swollen legs that may contribute to this condition. Cardiac complications are a risk with any surgery and anesthesia, even in patients without symptoms. If you experience shortness of breath, chest pain or unusual heartbeats, seek medical attention immediately. Should any of these complications occur, you might require hospitalization and additional treatment.

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