Can a person have a tummy tuck after large weight loss if they have high blood pressure? 140 over 88?

Yes: Tummy tuck after significant weight loss is a common procedure. Your blood pressure is borderline, but shouldn't preclude you from having the procedure, even if you are on medicine. Blood pressure goals are < 130/80, so if you aren't at goal, you should see your physician to adjust your blood pressure medicines.

Not with BP elevated: Inadvisable if the BP is out of control. Anesthesia would not clear you. See your md first.

Probably: That BP would not prevent me from clearing a patient for surgery assuming everything else is ok.

See your regular MD: Blood pressure control is important during any surgery, especially during a larger surgery like a tummy tuck. See your internist and have your BP under control before undergoing surgery.

Elevated BP: Your high blood pressure may be only an isolated finding. Three independent readings may be needed. Assuming that this is a true reading, your medical doctor is usually involved to investigate the cause and "clear" you for surgery as appropriate.

Hi BP raises concern: Elevated blood pressure raises concerns about increased bleeding during surgery. However the is only the immediate and direct concern, it may also be an indication of underlying cardiac disease or increased risk for heartattackmor stroke. Therefore a preoperative clearance is warranted. Prior to surgery.

Medical Clearance: When medical issues are questionable, the patient is evaluated by an internist to assess peri-operative risk. If this evaluation is positive, surgery can be scheduled.