Blood Clots and Blood Thinner Issues

[Gee1 8]

Hi, everyone

Now, I am a newbie and anxious because my surgery date is getting closer. They believe it will be in July so I have many issues that I like firsthand experience from others, not textbook only. I am on blood thinners from another surgery with major complications. My PCP already agreed with the surgery, gastric sleeve, but of course, the concern is another DVT. I was already told that I would have to do the Lovenox shots before surgery, during and after surgery and also the blood thinner after surgery. I did have surgery after that complicated hysterectomy that landed me on blood thinners. I was wondering, if anyone else have the experience with blood thinners or worries about blood clots with the weight loss surgery. My vascular surgeon didn't see a need for a IVC filter since I only had the clot during the complicated surgery 4 years ago, but I can't help but have concerns. Anybody else with experiences with this issue?

[Joann454 1,329]

I'm on xarelto for dvt. I had to stop taking it 48 hrs before surgery. They gave me a shot of lovenox in my stomach at the hospital. I waited one day after discharge and resumed xarelto. No issues at all so far.

[Gee1 8]

Thanks, Joann454 for your response. I am on Coumadin. The Coumadin center told me that I would have to take Lovenox. I did this before for a pelvic reconstruction after my complicated hysterectomy. Glad you came through great. I need this support since one of the most risk factors that is stated is clots.

[Joann454 1,329]

Thanks, Joann454 for your response. I am on Coumadin. The Coumadin center told me that I would have to take Lovenox. I did this before for a pelvic reconstruction after my complicated hysterectomy. Glad you came through great. I need this support since one of the most risk factors that is stated is clots.

They'll take all precautions to prevent any from forming. I was nervous about it too. I switched from Coumadin to xarelto. Love not testing every week!

[hardwork&dedication 96]

Im worried too...I had previous dvt and pulmonary embolism. I did make it through galbladder removal without issue though. Make sure they put the compression stockings on you during the surgery, walk as much as you can, and pump your legs when you're in bed. Also drink as much Water as possible.

[Gee1 8]

Thanks, hardwork & dedication. I had surgery before on the Lovenox and then blood thinners again afterwards with no new DVT or PE. I just anxious. Glad, you made it through your surgery with no clotting issues. Yes, I have my compression stockings ready in my underwear drawer and the surgeon office already told me that I have to walk soon as I can out of recovery. Thanks for replying. Much success on your upcoming surgery.