Is EmSculpt safe if have a small PFO?
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Is EmSculpt safe if have a small PFO? I ask since the procedure acts like an intense exercise that breaks down and rebuilds muscle fibers.
A.I copied and pasted this information about patent foramen ovale (PFO) :
Patentforamen ovale(PFO) is a hole between the left and right atria (upper chambers) of the heart. This hole exists in everyone before birth, but most often closes shortly after being born.PFOis what the hole is called when it fails to close naturally after a baby is born.PFO’stypically do not disrupt heart function and people are able toexerciseand carry out all activities normally. However, some people with PFOscanbe at an elevated risk of stroke or suffer other symptoms due to a significant drop in oxygen levels.
Emsculpt should be safe in patients with PFO since there is no aerobic increase from the treatment. To be on the safe side it is always prudent tohave your treating physician check with your cardiologist beforeyour treatment. Good luck and be well.
