복부성형술 Abdominoplasty

[BACKGROUND] The aesthetic outcome of abdominoplasty is largely defined by the appearance of the umbilicus. Existing neoumbilicoplasty techniques may result in suboptimal contour, asymmetry, or visible scarring. This study presents a novel …

[BACKGROUND] Protein intake plays a critical role in postoperative recovery and wound healing, particularly in procedures such as abdominoplasty. While ERAS protocols emphasize nutritional optimization, evidence in non-bariatric patients un…

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Transverse plication (TP) abdominoplasty has gained popularity in recent years, as it is the keystone step of the TULUA procedure. This technique can achieve excellent contour results and reduce complications. However, the effect of TP on d…

[BACKGROUND] The size and shape of a patient's abdomen after massive weight loss (MWL) vary according to the extent and pattern of abdominal fat distribution. The panniculus adiposus results from a combined pull of heavy fat on the skin and…

[BACKGROUND] Abdominoplasty and body contouring operations are responsible for a majority of venous thromboembolism (VTE) events in aesthetic surgery. Apixaban is a newer oral anticoagulant that may prevent VTE without increasing the risk f…

[BACKGROUND] Patients undergo abdominoplasty/panniculectomy following excessive weight loss and/or to improve abdominal appearance/shape. The authors aim to compare clinical outcomes and quality of life (QoL) following these procedures in p…

[BACKGROUND] Subscarpal fat represents a loose, hypovascular layer that contributes to flap tension and ischemic risk in abdominoplasty. This study aimed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of ultrasound-guided subscarpal liposuction using …

[BACKGROUND] Rectus abdominis fat grafting (RAFG) has emerged as a valuable adjunct to liposuction and abdominoplasty to enhance muscular definition and abdominal contour. Despite its growing popularity, evidence regarding safety, standardi…

Skin redundancy after massive weight loss often requires body contouring procedures such as abdominoplasty and mastopexy. Bariatric patients may face higher complication risks due to nutritional deficiencies. However, with proper management…

[BACKGROUND] Cosmetic tourism has become increasingly popular, with patients seeking lower cost cosmetic surgery overseas. However, complications often necessitate management in local public hospitals upon their return, placing a burden on …

[BACKGROUND] Collagenase clostridium histolyticum-aaes (CCH-aaes) is FDA-approved for cellulite treatment but was withdrawn due to high bruising incidence. Histological effects of CCH-aaes in humans remain poorly characterized. [OBJECTIVES…

Acute pain affects patient's health and quality of life. Suzetrigine is a new highly selective Nav1.8 inhibitor for the treatment of moderate to severe acute pain in adults. This article aims to summarize the existing clinical results of su…

[BACKGROUND] Integrating generative artificial intelligence (AI) in patient education has opened new avenues for creating engaging and informative content, especially in visually intensive specialties such as plastic surgery. ChatGPT-4o, de…

Panniculectomy is recognized to have a high complication rate with up to 56% of patients having postoperative wound healing problems. As they are generally elective procedures, surgeons have the chance to optimize preoperative variables. We…

While panniculectomy is traditionally considered a cosmetic surgery, there is growing interest in the potential role of panniculectomy for the treatment of low back pain. We present a case of a 69-year-old man with a history of over 10 year…

Abdominoplasty continues to be a frequently performed plastic surgery procedure. Futhermore, an increase in both surgical and medical weight loss is contributing to the procedure's increasing popularity. Technical refinements have improved …

BackgroundThe optimal dissection technique for flap elevation in abdominoplasty remains debated, particularly in high-risk patients after massive weight loss. The LigaSure Impact™ (LS) vessel-sealing system (Medtronic, Dublin, Ireland) is a…

[BACKGROUND] Obesity's impact on postoperative outcomes in abdominoplasty remains poorly defined despite its rising prevalence. This study evaluates the effect of obesity on 30-day postoperative complications to inform risk assessment and m…