Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Payam Sadeghi, Daniela Duarte-Bateman, Wanyan Ma, Ryan Khalaf, R'ay Fodor, Gorizio Pieretti, Feliciano Ciccarelli, Hamed Harandi, Roberto Cuomo
Summary: Bariatric surgery has become increasingly popular due to the rising prevalence of obesity. However, excess skin after significant weight loss can negatively impact patients' physical and psychosocial health. Abdominoplasty, a common cosmetic surgery procedure, can improve body contour and quality of life. While abdominoplasty is safe, it has a higher complication rate compared to other body-contouring procedures. Technological advances have introduced non-invasive alternatives to surgery, enhancing cosmetic results and minimizing complications.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Surgery
Mikko Uimonen, Jussi P. Repo, Pauliina Homsy, Tiina Jahkola, Lotte Poulsen, Risto P. Roine, Harri Sintonen, Pentscho Popov
Summary: The study found that the HRQoL of patients undergoing abdominoplasty after massive weight loss is lower than that of the general population with similar age, gender, and BMI. Patients' main concerns included sleeping, discomfort and symptoms, depression, excretion, and sexual activity. Body image and psychological well-being were strongly associated with HRQoL, while satisfaction with appearance of the abdominal area was not associated with generic HRQoL.
JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY
(2021)
Review
Surgery
Rawan ElAbd, Osama A. Samargandi, Khalifa AlGhanim, Salma Alhamad, Sulaiman Almazeedi, Jason Williams, Salman AlSabah, Sarah AlYouha
Summary: The study demonstrated significant improvement in weight loss after body contouring surgery in post-bariatric patients, as measured by various parameters such as Delta BMI, TBWL%, and %EWL. Sub-group analysis indicated that longer follow-up time was associated with higher TBWL%.
AESTHETIC PLASTIC SURGERY
(2021)
Article
Surgery
Omar Elfanagely, Jaclyn T. Mauch, Joseph A. Mellia, Yasmeen M. Byrnes, Sammy Othman, Charles A. Messa, John P. Fischer
Summary: This study compared the quality of life in patients undergoing single and multiple concurrent body contouring procedures, showing that patients undergoing double procedures had lower quality of life scores in four domains and higher costs.
AESTHETIC PLASTIC SURGERY
(2021)
Article
Surgery
Maria Laura Petersen, Fernando J. Vazquez, Horacio F. Mayer
Summary: This study evaluated the incidence of DVT in patients with massive weight loss undergoing body contouring surgeries and receiving mechanical prophylaxis. The results showed that mechanical prophylaxis alone can effectively reduce the risk of DVT without any bleeding complications or pulmonary embolism episodes.
AESTHETIC PLASTIC SURGERY
(2022)
Article
Surgery
Lisa R. Miller-Matero, Kaitlin Ross, Eve DePascale, Camila Arellano, Logan Zelenak, Jordan M. Braciszewski, Leah M. Hecht, Erin N. Haley, Amy M. Loree, Arthur M. Carlin
Summary: This study examined the impact of cannabis use on weight loss outcomes in patients undergoing bariatric surgery. The results showed that pre-surgical cannabis use was not associated with weight loss, but post-surgical cannabis use was linked to poorer weight loss outcomes and increased risk of weight recurrence. Frequent cannabis use (i.e., weekly) was particularly problematic. Healthcare providers should screen patients for cannabis use and educate them about the potential effects of postoperative cannabis use on weight loss.
SURGICAL ENDOSCOPY AND OTHER INTERVENTIONAL TECHNIQUES
(2023)
Review
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Zhiyuan Jiang, Guixiang Zhang, Jinming Huang, Chaoyong Shen, Zhaolun Cai, Xiaonan Yin, Yuan Yin, Bo Zhang
Summary: Research shows that post-bariatric patients who undergo body contouring surgery (BCS) experience significant improvements in health-related quality of life (HRQoL). While most patients desire BCS, cost and reimbursement limitations are major barriers.
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Nawfal W. Istfan, Marine Lipartia, Wendy A. Anderson, Donald T. Hess, Caroline M. Apovian
Summary: This study presents a practical approach for early recognition of weight regain after bariatric surgery, including classification and treatment options. Emphasizing the importance of regular long-term follow-up for all bariatric surgery patients.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL ENDOCRINOLOGY & METABOLISM
(2021)
Article
Surgery
Arturo J. Rios-Diaz, Martin P. Morris, Omar Elfanagely, Jessica R. Cunning, Harrison Davis, Sameer Shakir, Robyn B. Broach, John P. Fischer
Summary: This study aimed to identify factors associated with low preoperative quality of life and evaluate the benefits of panniculectomy and abdominoplasty. The study found that older age, Black race, public insurance, and multiple morbidities were associated with lower baseline quality of life. However, quality of life improved significantly after surgery regardless of complications or degree of obesity.
PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY
(2022)
Article
Surgery
Antonio Barbaro, Ajan Kumar, Gayatri Asokan, Luke Green, Abdullah Ibrahim, Raghav Goel, Richard Harries, Harsh Kanhere, Phoebe Prowse, Markus Trochsler
Summary: The aim of this study was to evaluate the health-related quality of life (HRQoL) among postoperative bariatric surgery patients. The results showed that bariatric surgery significantly improved HRQoL, particularly in physical function, pain, energy, and general health perceptions. Therefore, we advocate for the use of bariatric surgery followed by body contouring surgery (BCS) in low-volume centres in the Australian public health system to further enhance patient's quality of life.
JOURNAL OF SURGICAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Surgery
Rawan ElAbd, Malak AlMojel, Salman AlSabah, Abdulaziz AlRashid, Meshari AlNesf, Becher Alhallabi, Hisham Burezq
Summary: This study found no significant differences in the rates of short- and long-term complications or the need for operative revisions after abdominoplasty between patients who underwent surgical weight loss and those who achieved weight loss through diet and exercise alone.
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Antonio E. Pontiroli, Lucia Centofanti, Carel W. Le Roux, Silvia Magnani, Elena Tagliabue, Franco Folli
Summary: Overweight and obesity are associated with atrial fibrillation (AF). Bariatric surgery (BS) can induce sustained weight loss and may be an ideal treatment for preventing AF. Previous studies have not definitively established the role of weight loss and BS in preventing AF. This meta-analysis evaluates the role of weight loss through BS in preventing incident AF in obesity.
Article
Surgery
Ahmed H. El-Gharbawi, Ahmed H. El-Sabbagh, Omar O. Shouman, Mohamed R. El-Hadidy, Mohammed H. El-Fahar
Summary: This study measured surgical and functional outcomes, as well as the effects on quality of life, after postbariatric abdominal contouring. The results showed that surgical outcomes were influenced significantly by the procedure type, and there was a significant change in health-related quality-of-life and appearance scale scores after the procedure. Overall, abdominal contouring surgery improves quality of life after bariatric surgery regardless of the procedure type.
PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY
(2022)
Article
Surgery
Jonathan Sivakumar, Qianyu Chen, Tom R. Sutherland, Matthew Read, Salena Ward, Lynn Chong, Michael W. Hii
Summary: This study suggests that excess weight loss of 50% or more is associated with a more optimal body composition outcome, and the reduction in lean body mass predominantly occurs in the early post-operative period.
Article
Surgery
Omar Elfanagely, Sammy Othman, Joseph A. Mellia, Charles A. Messa, John P. Fischer
Summary: This study found that post-bariatric body contouring procedures can be safely performed in morbidly obese patients without increased risk of complications. However, the benefits of truncal body contouring procedures are less significant in morbidly obese patients, particularly in domains such as satisfaction with body, body image, and social function.
AESTHETIC PLASTIC SURGERY
(2021)
Article
Surgery
Bart Torensma, Laurens Kooiman, Ronald Liem, Valerie M. Monpellier, Dingeman J. Swank, Larissa Tseng
Summary: The incidence of IH was higher in the non-closed MD group compared to the closed MD group. The sensitivity and specificity of CT scan in diagnosing IH varied between the non-closed and closed MD groups. Using CT scan for suspected IH is not useful if the mesenteric defects were not closed, while it is predictive for diagnosing IH if the defects were closed.
Article
Surgery
Anne Jacobs, Ronald S. L. Liem, Ignace M. C. Janssen, Rob A. E. M. Tollenaar, Valerie M. Monpellier
Summary: This study concluded that delaying qualification for bariatric surgery compared with immediate qualification does not have a clinically relevant impact on postoperative weight loss 3 years after surgery.
SURGERY FOR OBESITY AND RELATED DISEASES
(2021)
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Jurjen S. Kingma, Desiree M. T. Burgers, Valerie M. Monpellier, Marinus J. Wiezer, Heleen J. Blusse Van Oud-Alblas, Janelle D. Vaughns, Catherine M. T. Sherwin, Catherijne A. J. Knibbe
Summary: Bariatric surgery can affect the absorption and metabolism of drugs, leading to earlier and potentially higher peak concentrations of orally administered drugs with inconsistent effects on concentrations and exposure. Prescribing liquid formulations to bariatric patients is beneficial, although the high sugar content may be a concern. While exposure to some drugs remains unchanged, the timing after surgery can impact drug absorption profiles.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Malou A. H. Nuijten, Thijs M. H. Eijsvogels, Valerie M. Monpellier, Ignace M. C. Janssen, Eric J. Hazebroek, Maria T. E. Hopman
Summary: The meta-analysis revealed significant loss of lean body mass and fat-free mass within the first year post-bariatric surgery, with a majority of the losses occurring within the first 3 months post-surgery. Interventions should be implemented perioperatively to mitigate these losses.
Article
Surgery
Claire E. E. de Vries, Dennis J. S. Makarawung, Valerie M. Monpellier, Ignace M. C. Janssen, Steve M. M. de Castro, Ruben N. van Veen
Summary: The study found that the RAND-36 was not sufficiently validated in patients undergoing bariatric surgery in the Netherlands, making it unable to accurately assess the HRQoL of these patients. Future research should utilize PROMs specifically designed for assessing HRQoL in patients undergoing bariatric surgery.
Article
Surgery
Vera Voorwinde, Trynke Hoekstra, Valerie M. Monpellier, Ingrid H. M. Steenhuis, Ignace M. C. Janssen, Maartje M. van Stralen
Summary: This study investigates the trajectories of long-term weight loss after bariatric surgery, and reveals individual variability in weight loss trajectories. It also finds associations between physical activity, eating style, and weight loss trajectories.
SURGERY FOR OBESITY AND RELATED DISEASES
(2022)
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Annewiek Grift, Claire de Vries, Valerie Monpellier, Dennis Makarawung, Christel de Raaff, Leontien Nijland, Aebele Mink van Der Molen, Rene Wiezer, Bart van Wagensveld, Ruben van Veen, Steve de Castro, Joyce Florisson, Maarten Hoogbergen
Summary: The aim of this study is to collect long-term patient-reported outcome data from obese patients undergoing bariatric surgery, comparing those who also undergo body contouring surgery or not. The study will be conducted at three bariatric medical centers in the Netherlands and will utilize the BODY-Q tool to measure satisfaction with appearance and health-related quality of life. This study is important for determining the effectiveness and value of bariatric and body contouring surgery from the patient's perspective.
Article
Surgery
D. J. S. Makarawung, M. Al Nawas, H. J. M. Smelt, V. M. Monpellier, L. M. Wehmeijer, W. B. van den Berg, M. M. Hoogbergen, A. B. Mink van der Molen
Summary: This observational study aimed to optimize preoperative nutrition and assess the prevalence of wound-related complications after body contouring surgery. The results showed that a sufficient post-operative protein intake was the most influential factor in preventing complications.
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Jessica M. Alleva, Melissa J. Atkinson, Wynona Vermeulen, Valerie M. Monpellier, Carolien Martijn
Summary: This study investigated a novel technique to improve body image among women who have undergone bariatric surgery by having them focus on body functionality instead of appearance. The results showed that participants who underwent the functionality-focused intervention experienced improved body appreciation, and the improvements persisted at follow-up. However, the effects were nuanced compared to previous research on functionality among general samples of women. The study highlights the importance of focusing on body functionality for improving body image among women after bariatric surgery.
Article
Surgery
Malou A. H. Nuijten, Onno M. Tettero, Rens J. Wolf, Esmee A. Bakker, Thijs M. H. Eijsvogels, Valerie M. Monpellier, Eric J. Hazebroek, Ignace M. C. Janssen, Maria T. E. Hopman
Summary: This study found that bariatric patients who successfully improved their physical activity had better body composition, fitness, and quality of life at 2 years post-surgery. This highlights the importance of perioperative bariatric care programs in changing lifestyle and achieving sustainable improvements in physical activity levels.
Article
Surgery
Vera Voorwinde, Trynke Hoekstra, Valerie M. Monpellier, Ingrid H. M. Steenhuis, Ignace M. C. Janssen, Maartje M. van Stralen
Summary: This study identified and described latent classes and trajectories of weight loss, physical activity, and eating style up to 5 years after bariatric surgery. The most favorable weight loss trajectory was associated with the most favorable eating style trajectory, while the most unfavorable weight loss trajectory was not correlated with a trajectory of initial great increase in physical activity.
SURGERY FOR OBESITY AND RELATED DISEASES
(2022)
Letter
Surgery
Arif Tri Prasetyo, Lisa Y. Hasibuan, Kevin Leonard Suryadinata
JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY
(2024)
Article
Surgery
Peter J. Nicksic, D'Andrea T. Donnelly, Weifeng Zeng, Allison J. Seitz, Samuel O. Poore, Aaron J. Suminski, Aaron M. Dingle
Summary: The study demonstrates that trigeminal nerve stimulation (TNS) or peripheral nerve stimulation (PNS) can improve functional outcomes of peripheral nerve injury in rats. This finding is important in translating the therapy as a non-invasive treatment for high, mixed nerve injuries in humans.
JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY
(2024)
Article
Surgery
K. Can Bayezid, Suat Morkuzu, Erdem Karabulut, Adam Bajus, Libor Streit
Summary: This study compared the spontaneity outcomes of the most preferred neurotization methods in facial reanimation surgery. The results showed that dual innervation and contralateral facial nerve-driven strategies achieved the most promising outcomes, while motor nerve to the masseter had lower potential to elicit spontaneous smile.
JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY
(2024)
Letter
Surgery
Hinpetch Daungsupawong, Viroj Wiwanitkit
JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY
(2024)
Article
Surgery
Zidi Yu, Ziwei Zhang, Xiancheng Wang, Dandan Song, Quanding Yan, Yang Sun, Xiang Xiong, Xianxi Meng, Wenbo Li, Zhongjie Yi
Summary: Pathological psychologies such as anxiety, depression, and body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) are common in female patients scheduled to undergo rhinoplasty. BDD is more likely to be associated with depression. Rhinoplasty has little psychological impact on patients, but female patients with BDD are more likely to be dissatisfied with the surgery.
JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY
(2024)
Article
Surgery
Lei Wang, Qian Zhu, Yuanyuan Zhang, Yulin Miao, Huan Liu, Fengli Gao
Summary: This comparative observational study found that microscopic varicocoelectomy had higher sperm motility and showed significant improvements in certain postoperative parameters compared to laparoscopic varicocoelectomy. Neither group experienced testicular atrophy.
JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY
(2024)
Article
Surgery
Mohamed Dalmar, Mohamed El Sheikh, Richard Baker, Rajan Uppal
Summary: This study analyzed complications following cosmetic surgeries managed by plastic surgery services at Heatherwood and Wexham Park hospitals in 2022, including procedures performed internationally. The majority of complications were related to breast cosmetic surgery and abdominoplasties, with the most common complications being wound dehiscence, post-operative infection, and seromas. Turkey was the most popular country selected for surgery, and there is a need to increase public awareness of the risks involved in seeking international options and how to choose suitable clinics.
JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY
(2024)
Editorial Material
Surgery
Rohun Gupta, Lawson E. Spence, Peter K. Firouzbakht, Brian A. Mailey
JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY
(2024)
Article
Surgery
Alexandre Mendonca Munhoz, Ary de Azevedo Marques Neto, Joao Maximiliano, Murillo Fraga
Summary: This study investigated the outcomes of silicone implants in breast augmentation and found that ergonomic style implants can achieve favorable results with lower complication rates.
JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY
(2024)
Article
Surgery
Lee H. Kilmer, Allan A. Weidman, Brent R. Degeorge, John T. Stranix, Chris A. Campbell
Summary: The study aims to compare the oncologic, medical, and surgical outcomes of lumpectomy and oncoplastic breast reduction surgery (OBRS) on a national scale. A database was used to analyze patient data and match them based on various factors. The results showed that lumpectomy patients had higher rates of repeat lumpectomy or subsequent mastectomy, while OBRS patients had higher rates of surgical complications but fewer medical complications. Logistic regression analysis revealed that OBRS was associated with a decreased likelihood of repeat lumpectomy. Although OBRS was associated with increased wound complications, medical complications were found to occur less frequently.
JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY
(2024)
Review
Surgery
M. Guiotto, C. M. Oranges, M. Cherubino, M. Maruccia, P. Tedeschi, D. F. Kalbermatten, W. Raffoul, P. G. di Summa
Summary: This study evaluated different surgical approaches for neoumbilicoplasty and correlated them with specific surgical needs. The results showed that direct suture, single flap, and multiple flap techniques can achieve overall satisfactory cosmetic outcomes with a low rate of surgical complications. Different surgical techniques are suitable for different patient populations and surgical scenarios.
JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY
(2024)
Review
Surgery
Samuel Knoedler, Giuseppe Sofo, Barbara Kern, Konstantin Frank, Sebastian Cotofana, Sarah von Isenburg, Soren Konneker, Francesco Mazzarone, Amir H. Dorafshar, Leonard Knoedler, Michael Alfertshofer
Summary: This study compared real patient feedback with ChatGPT-generated reviews for the top five US plastic surgery procedures. It found that analyzing the emotional tone and review length can help differentiate real from fake reviews, and ChatGPT-generated reviews can convincingly deceive commercial AI detection software.
JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY
(2024)
Article
Surgery
Gerlya Asirova, Jan Wynands, Sergey Frolov, Diana Almeida, Pavel Davydenko, Salem Madina
Summary: By assessing the development and growth of costal cartilage, the optimal age for ear reconstruction surgery in the Russian population was determined to be 10 years and older.
JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY
(2024)
Letter
Surgery
S. Curran, E. Heffernan, S. Connolly, K. Levins, K. Cronin, R. Dolan
JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY
(2024)
Article
Surgery
Soo Min Cha, Ashwin Pai, Hyun Jong Lee, Hyun Dae Shin
Summary: In this retrospective case series, we found that non-vascularized iliac bone graft longer than 3 cm had satisfactory clinical outcomes in the treatment of non-union of the upper extremities.
JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY
(2024)