Correction of Congenital Defects

Correction of congenital defects is one of the biggest challenges for a plastic surgeon. Every surgery means not only improved appearance but, most importantly, restoration of the function of the affected organ.

Congenital defects correction is most often performed in many stages and its planning must be based on the knowledge of child development. Treatment planned too late may deprive the patient of the chance for a desired effect forever. On the other hand, a surgery carried out prematurely may have a negative impact on a child’s development and may cause secondary deformations.

Depending on the age of the patient and the scope of the procedure it may be performed under general or local anaesthesia.

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Lab tests required

General anaesthesia:

blood group
CBC
coagulation parameters (PT/INR, APTT)
electrolytes (Na, K)
glucose
creatinine
anti-HCV and anti-HIV antibodies
urinalysis
electrocardiogram
chest X-ray

Local anaesthesia:

blood group
CBC
coagulation parameters (PT/INR, APTT)
electrolytes (Na, K)

The patient must be vaccinated against hepatitis B virus.

Contraindications to the surgery

unrealistic expectations of the patient
active infectious disease
mental illness
untreated hypertension
untreated heart diseases
untreated diabetes

untreated hormonal imbalances
untreated bronchial asthma
venous thrombosis
menstrual bleeding
pregnancy

Before the scheduled surgery, you have to inform the doctor about any existing medical conditions as well as about any medications you are taking or allergies you have.

at least 4 weeks before the scheduled surgery you have to stop taking any hormonal contraception or replacement therapy (HRT);
at least 3 weeks before the scheduled surgery you must refrain from smoking
14 days prior to the surgery you should not take any salicylates (Aspirin, Polopiryna, etc.) or other substances affecting blood coagulation (e.g. herbs, garlic);
3 days before the surgery you must refrain from taking pain medication: paracetamol, pyralgin and NSAID drugs (e.g. Ketonal, Ibuprofen, Naproxen, etc.);
6 hours before the surgery you must refrain from eating, drinking or chewing gum;
you must take your chronic medication with a small amount of water.

Correction of Congenital Defects