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Facial contouring surgery involves the facial bones, so the surgical range is relatively wide, and in most cases it is performed under general anesthesia.
Because of this, the decision to proceed with surgery is not made based only on the condition of the face; it is necessary to first check the patient’s overall health status.
The tests performed before surgery are not a formality, but a basic process to confirm whether the patient is in a condition to undergo surgery safely.
Basic tests performed before surgery under general anesthesia
Before a procedure such as facial contouring surgery that requires general anesthesia, several basic tests are usually performed.
First, an electrocardiogram is done to check whether the heart is beating in a normal rhythm and whether there are any hidden heart conditions.
Next, a chest X-ray is performed. Since a ventilator is used during general anesthesia, it is necessary to check the condition of the lungs and bronchi.
Finally, blood tests are used to check whether the functions of major organs throughout the body, such as the liver and kidneys, as well as blood clotting status, are being maintained normally.
These tests can be considered a basic preparatory step not only for the surgery itself, but also to ensure that the anesthesia process proceeds safely.
Why it is necessary to check your health status before general anesthesia
General anesthesia is not simply a process of falling asleep; it is a process in which the anesthetic circulates through the body and must be maintained at a certain level.
The anesthetic is inhaled through the lungs and delivered throughout the body via the heart. At this time, the function of organs such as the heart, lungs, liver, and kidneys must be sufficiently maintained for anesthesia to be kept stable and for recovery to proceed smoothly.
Therefore, in facial contouring surgery, not only the surgical process but also the process of waking up safely from anesthesia must be considered, and preoperative tests are absolutely necessary for this reason.
Tests are absolutely necessary
Some people may think, “I’m usually healthy, so I’ll be fine,” but in actual test results, unexpected health issues are sometimes discovered.
For example, there are rare cases where anemia, blood clotting abnormalities, or heart rhythm irregularities are identified during testing. If surgery is performed without identifying these conditions in advance, the risk of bleeding may increase, or problems may occur during anesthesia.
Although the probability is not high, preoperative tests are a very important step to prevent possible risks.
From the patient’s perspective, preoperative tests may feel inconvenient. However, this process is not a procedure to restrict surgery, but a preparatory step to help the patient undergo surgery and recover more safely.
If you are considering a surgery that is performed under general anesthesia, such as facial contouring, it is important to check not only the surgical results but also how the preoperative tests and safety system are carried out.
