At the aesthetic center of Dr. Borodko in Kyiv, we always care about the safety of our patients, so we conduct a full medical examination before each operation and take into account all possible risks. There are certain medical contraindications that can make plastic surgery dangerous or even impossible. Understanding these contraindications is key to maintaining your health.

Absolute and relative contraindications

Contraindications can be conditionally divided into absolute (those in which surgery is categorically not recommended) and relative (cases when surgery is possible, but under certain conditions or after treatment).

Absolute contraindications

  1. Oncological diseases
    Plastic surgery is contraindicated for people suffering from active oncological diseases. This is due to the risk of spreading the disease, as well as the fact that the body needs to treat the underlying disease during this period.

  2. Cardiovascular diseases in the stage of decompensation
    Surgery can put a lot of stress on the cardiovascular system. Patients with severe forms of heart failure, arrhythmias, or other heart diseases are at high risk of complications during or after surgery.

  3. Decompensated diabetes mellitus
    Metabolic disorders in uncontrolled diabetes increase the risk of poor tissue healing, infectious complications, and other postoperative problems.

  4. Diseases of the blood coagulation system
    For patients with diseases such as hemophilia, plastic surgery can be extremely dangerous due to the risk of massive bleeding or blood clots.

  5. Infectious diseases
    The presence of an active infection in the body (influenza, pneumonia, tuberculosis, hepatitis, etc.) is an absolute contraindication for surgery. Surgery is possible only after complete recovery.

  6. Mental disorders
    Patients with unstable mental disorders (schizophrenia, depression, psychosis) may have a distorted perception of their own appearance, which makes plastic surgery risky and unjustified.

  7. Pregnancy and lactation
    During pregnancy and lactation, a woman's body undergoes significant physiological changes. Surgical interventions during this period can be dangerous for both mother and child.

Relative contraindications

  1. Diseases of the cardiovascular system in the compensated stage
    In patients with hypertension, angina pectoris, or other chronic diseases of the cardiovascular system, surgery is possible, but only after consultation with a cardiologist and stabilization of the condition.

  2. Diabetes mellitus in the compensation stage
    With well-controlled diabetes, surgery may be allowed, but special conditions must be observed during preparation and rehabilitation, including monitoring of blood glucose levels.

  3. Chronic diseases of internal organs
    Surgery is possible if chronic diseases, such as liver, kidney, or lung diseases, are in the stage of compensation and do not cause exacerbations. Patients with such conditions need additional consultations with specialized specialists.

  4. Overweight In some cases, being overweight can be a relative contraindication for plastic surgery due to the increased risk of complications. The doctor may recommend that the patient first lose weight to reduce the burden on the body.

  5. Allergic reactions to drugs
    Allergies to anesthetics or other drugs that may be used during surgery are an important factor to consider. In such cases, it is possible to select alternative means, or the operation is postponed.

The importance of consulting a doctor

Plastic surgery is always an individual process, so it is very important to have a preliminary consultation with a doctor and undergo the necessary tests to assess the state of the body and determine possible risks. At Dr. Borodko's aesthetic center, we always focus on patient safety, so our specialists carefully analyze each case and do not recommend surgery if there are at least minimal health risks.

What if you have contraindications?

If you have any absolute or relative contraindications, do not despair. In many cases, the situation can be stabilized with medication or lifestyle changes. For example, controlling glucose levels in diabetes, normalizing blood pressure, or treating infectious diseases will allow you to return to the possibility of plastic surgery in the future.

Conclusion.

Plastic surgery can significantly improve the appearance and quality of life, but only if it is performed in a safe environment. At the aesthetic center of Dr. Borodko, we strictly adhere to safety protocols and always advise our patients to be attentive to their health. If you have any questions about contraindications or would like to learn more about preparing for surgery, our doctors are always ready to provide professional advice.