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Ruck JM, Shui AM, Jefferis AA, Rojo AD, Rahimi RS, Ganger DR, Verna EC, Kappus M, Ladner DP, Segev DL, Volk M, Tevar A, King EA, Lai JC. Association of body mass index with post-liver transplant outcomes. Clin Transplant 2024; 38:e15205. [PMID: 38041450 PMCID: PMC10918560 DOI: 10.1111/ctr.15205] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2023] [Revised: 08/18/2023] [Accepted: 11/19/2023] [Indexed: 12/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND Patients with obesity have inferior outcomes after general surgery procedures, but studies evaluating post-liver transplant (LT) outcomes have been limited by small sample sizes or lack of granularity of outcomes. We evaluated the relationship between obesity and post-LT outcomes, including those observed in other populations to be obesity-related. METHODS Included were 1357 LT recipients prospectively enrolled in the ambulatory pre-LT setting at 8 U.S. CENTERS Recipient were categorized by body mass index (BMI, kg/m2 ): non-obese (BMI < 30), class 1 obesity (BMI 30-<35), and classes 2-3 obesity (BMI ≥ 35). Post-transplant complications were compared by BMI using Chi-square and rank-sum testing, logistic regression, Kaplan-Meier curves, and Cox regression. RESULTS Classes 2-3 obesity was associated with higher adjusted odds than non-obesity of venous thrombosis [adjusted odds ratio (aOR) 2.06, 95% CI 1.01-4.23, p = .047] and wound dehiscence (aOR 2.45, 95% CI 1.19-5.06, p = .02). Compared with non-obese recipients, post-LT hospital stay was significantly longer for recipients with classes 2-3 obesity [p = .01; median (Q1-Q3) 9 (6-14) vs. 8 (6-12) days) or class 1 obesity [p = .002; 9 (6-14) vs. 8 (6-11) days]. Likelihood of ICU readmission, infection, discharge to a non-home facility, rejection, 30-day readmission, and 1-year readmission were similar across BMI categories (all p > .05). CONCLUSION Compared to non-obese recipients, obese recipients had similar post-LT survival but longer hospital stay and higher likelihood of wound dehiscence and venous thrombosis. These findings underscore that obesity alone should not preclude LT, but recipients with obesity should be monitored for obesity-related complications such as wound dehiscence and venous thrombosis.
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- Jessica M. Ruck
- Department of Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, California, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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- Center for Liver Diseases, Thomas A. Starzl Transplantation Institute, Pittsburgh Liver Research Center, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Annette C. and Harold C. Simmons Transplant Institute, Baylor University Medical Center, Baylor Scott and White Health, Dallas, Texas, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Medicine, Northwestern Medicine, Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Comprehensive Transplant Center, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois, USA
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- Center for Liver Disease and Transplantation, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York, New York, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, North Carolina, USA
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- Comprehensive Transplant Center, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Division of Transplantation, Department of Surgery, Northwestern Medicine, Chicago, Illinois, USA
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- Department of Surgery, New York University Grossman School of Medicine and Langone Health, New York, New York, USA
- Department of Population Health, New York University Grossman School of Medicine and Langone Health, New York, New York, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology & Hepatology, and Transplantation Institute, Loma Linda University Health, Loma Linda, California, USA
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- Department of Medicine, University of California San Francisco School of Medicine, San Francisco, California, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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- Department of Medicine, University of California San Francisco School of Medicine, San Francisco, California, USA
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Capla J, Hanna SA. Patient Evaluation and Surgical Staging. Clin Plast Surg 2024; 51:7-12. [PMID: 37945077 DOI: 10.1016/j.cps.2023.07.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2023]
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The present article discusses the evaluation and surgical planning of body contouring procedures for weight loss patients. These patients require thorough preoperative evaluation and patient education. Distinction should be made between massive weight loss and moderate medication-assisted weight loss (MMA) as these patient populations are managed differently and there are unique preoperative considerations with the MMA population. Given that weight loss patients often have multiple concerns, combination procedures are often utilized and must be planned with the patient's goals and safety in mind.
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- Jennifer Capla
- Department of Plastic Surgery, Lenox Hill Hospital, Northwell Health System, 125 East 63rd Street, New York, NY 10065, USA.
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital, 210 East 64th Street, New York, NY, USA
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Peng C, Yang F, Yu J, Peng L, Zhang C, Chen C, Lin Z, Li Y, He J, Jin Z. Machine Learning Prediction Algorithm for In-Hospital Mortality following Body Contouring. Plast Reconstr Surg 2023; 152:1103e-1113e. [PMID: 36940163 DOI: 10.1097/prs.0000000000010436] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/21/2023]
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BACKGROUND Body contouring is a common procedure, but it is worth attention because of concern for a variety of complications, and even the potential for death. As a result, the purpose of this study was to determine the key predictors following body contouring and create models for the risk of mortality using diverse machine learning (ML) models. METHODS The National Inpatient Sample database from 2015 to 2017 was queried to identify patients undergoing body contouring. Candidate predictors, such as demographics, comorbidities, personal history, postoperative complications, and operative features, were included. The outcome was in-hospital mortality. Models were compared by area under the curve, accuracy, sensitivity, specificity, positive and negative predictive values, and decision curve analysis. RESULTS Overall, 8214 patients undergoing body contouring were identified, among whom 141 (1.72%) died in the hospital. Variable importance plot demonstrated that sepsis was the variable with greatest importance across all ML algorithms, followed by Elixhauser Comorbidity Index, cardiac arrest, and so forth. The naive Bayes model had a higher predictive performance (area under the curve, 0.898; 95% CI, 0.884 to 0.911) among these eight ML models. Similarly, in the decision curve analysis, the naive Bayes model also demonstrated a higher net benefit (ie, the correct classification of in-hospital deaths considering a tradeoff between false-negatives and false-positives) compared with the other seven models across a range of threshold probability values. CONCLUSION The ML models, as indicated by this study, can be used to predict in-hospital death for patients at risk who undergo body contouring.
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- Chi Peng
- From the Department of Health Statistics, Second Military Medical University
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- Departments of Plastic Surgery and Burns
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- From the Department of Health Statistics, Second Military Medical University
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- Neurosurgery, Tangdu Hospital, Fourth Military Medical University
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- From the Department of Health Statistics, Second Military Medical University
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- From the Department of Health Statistics, Second Military Medical University
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- From the Department of Health Statistics, Second Military Medical University
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- Departments of Plastic Surgery and Burns
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- From the Department of Health Statistics, Second Military Medical University
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- From the Department of Health Statistics, Second Military Medical University
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Incidence of Complications Associated With Lipectomy Techniques and Patient Body Mass Index: An Institutional and National Analysis Using the Tracking Operations and Outcomes for Plastic Surgeons. Ann Plast Surg 2023:00000637-990000000-00221. [PMID: 36921329 DOI: 10.1097/sap.0000000000003532] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/17/2023]
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INTRODUCTION An evaluation of complication rates in different abdominal lipectomy techniques with relationship to body mass index (BMI) and other risk factors. METHODS We identified patients who underwent an abdominal lipectomy at our institution from January 2015 to July 2020. Those with concurrent hernia repair were excluded. Patients were classified into 2 groups: (1) horizontal lipectomy with or without umbilical translocation and (2) inverted-T lipectomy with translocation. Demographics, operative details, and postoperative complications were collected for 1 year postoperatively. Bivariate analyses were conducted to determine factors associated with type of procedure and complications. Crude and stratum-specific (based on BMI) odds ratios for complications were calculated for the inverted T as compared with the horizontal group. A replicate analysis using the national Tracking Operations and Outcomes for Plastic Surgeons (TOPS) as a single cohort was performed. RESULTS At our institution, 362 patients (group 1 = 196, group 2 = 166) were included. A total of 40.9% of patients experienced at least one complication at 1 year postoperatively with the complication rate decreasing to 28.0% when analyzed at the 30-day postoperative period. Specifically, wound disruption rates were highest in group 2 (39.8%) compared with group 1 (15.6%; P < 0.0001). The odds of experiencing a complication were greater in the inverted-T group overall and within each stratum of BMI. When dividing the cohort based on BMI class (normal weight, overweight, class I, class II, and class III obesity), the incidence of wound disruption increased as did BMI (2.6%, 22.2%, 27.2%, 48.2%, and 56.3%, respectively; P < 0.0001). The TOPS data set included 23,067 patients and showed an overall complication rate of 13.1% at 30-day postop. Overall, wound disruption rate was 4.6%. Compared with normal weight patients, the odds of experiencing a complication trended higher with each stratum of BMI. Other factors associated with complications included BMI, tobacco use, diabetes, American Society of Anesthesiology, prior massive weight loss, and LOS. CONCLUSIONS The increasing complication rate within each BMI stratum of the large sample size of the TOPS patient cohort, in addition to our similar institutional trends, suggests that a staged procedure may be more appropriate for higher BMI patients. Surgical technique modification with limited flap undermining in patients undergoing inverted-T lipectomy to preserve flap perfusion may also decrease overall complication rates.
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Reischies FMJ, Tiefenbacher F, Holzer-Geissler JCJ, Wolfsberger C, Eylert G, Mischitz M, Pregartner G, Meikl T, Winter R, Kamolz LP, Lumenta DB. BMI and Revision Surgery for Abdominoplasties: Complication Definitions Revisited Using the Clavien-Dindo Classification. Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open 2023; 11:e4411. [PMID: 36798721 PMCID: PMC9925103 DOI: 10.1097/gox.0000000000004411] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/30/2022] [Accepted: 04/12/2022] [Indexed: 02/15/2023]
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After body contouring surgery of the lower trunk (CSLT), the definition, rate (4%-70%), and documentation of complications vary. Objectives We analyzed the effect of risk factors on the outcome based on the Clavien-Dindo classification (CDC) after CSLT surgery and polled postoperative satisfaction among patients. Methods All patients undergoing CSLT from 2001 to 2016 were included and were classified according to the CDC for postoperative events. Statistical analysis included proportional odds logistic regression analysis. We polled patients to grade their satisfaction with the postoperative result and whether they would have the operation performed again. Results A total of 265 patients were included: 60 (22.6%), 25 (9.4%), 28 (10.6%), and 21 (7.9%) were in CDC grades I, II, IIIa, and IIIb, respectively. A high preoperative body mass index significantly increased the odds for a postoperative event requiring revision surgery under general anesthesia (CDC grade IIIb, odds ratio 0.93, 95% confidence interval 0.89-0.97, P = 0.001). One-hundred twenty-eight patients (48.3%) participated in the poll: 101 (78.9%) were either happy or content with the postoperative results, and 117 (91.4%) would have the procedure performed again, including all nine patients with CDC grade IIIb. Conclusions Our results confirm that a high body mass index is a statistically significant risk factor for requiring major revision surgery after CSLT. Despite being a complication prone intervention, postoperative satisfaction after CSLT was ranked favorably in our sample. We recommend that the CDC be used in all surgical specialties to evaluate complications and permit future comparability of pooled data.
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- Frederike M. J. Reischies
- From the Research Unit for Tissue Regeneration, Repair and Reconstruction, Division of Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austria
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- From the Research Unit for Tissue Regeneration, Repair and Reconstruction, Division of Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austria
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- From the Research Unit for Tissue Regeneration, Repair and Reconstruction, Division of Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austria,COREMED—Cooperative Centre for Regenerative Medicine, Joanneum Research Forschungsgesellschaft mbH, Graz, Austria
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- From the Research Unit for Tissue Regeneration, Repair and Reconstruction, Division of Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austria,Division of Neonatology, Department of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austria
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- From the Research Unit for Tissue Regeneration, Repair and Reconstruction, Division of Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austria
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- From the Research Unit for Tissue Regeneration, Repair and Reconstruction, Division of Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austria
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- Institute for Medical Informatics, Statistics und Documentation, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austriaand
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- Department of Surgery, St John of God Hospital, Graz, Austria
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- From the Research Unit for Tissue Regeneration, Repair and Reconstruction, Division of Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austria
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- From the Research Unit for Tissue Regeneration, Repair and Reconstruction, Division of Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austria,COREMED—Cooperative Centre for Regenerative Medicine, Joanneum Research Forschungsgesellschaft mbH, Graz, Austria
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- From the Research Unit for Tissue Regeneration, Repair and Reconstruction, Division of Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austria
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Neel OF, Mortada H, Qasim SS, AlNojaidi TF, Alotaibi G. Current Practices and Guidelines for Perioperative Blood Management in Post-Bariatric Body Contouring Surgery: A Comprehensive Review of Literature. Aesthetic Plast Surg 2022:10.1007/s00266-022-03192-z. [PMID: 36443417 DOI: 10.1007/s00266-022-03192-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/07/2022] [Accepted: 11/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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With the increase in obesity prevalence, a noticeable increase in bariatric surgeries has been reported in national and international statistics. Therefore, body contouring surgeries have increased to help individuals achieve their desired body shape. Plastic surgeons need to consider potential hematologic complications that may occur in this specific group of patients before performing body contouring surgery. This review illustrates the perioperative medical, laboratory, and management strategies needed to minimize blood loss and blood transfusion requirements during body contouring. Using Google Scholar and PubMed, a comprehensive literature review was conducted to identify articles discussing post-bariatric body contouring perioperative blood management strategies, including the effects of bariatric surgery on hemostasis as well as basic hematology and coagulation. In preoperative blood management, blood investigations aid in the early detection of electrolytes, protein, and vitamin deficiencies and anemia, resulting in the early correction of nutritional deficiencies. In order to reduce postoperative complications, surgical and anesthesia techniques, as well as intraoperative pharmacological therapy, play an essential role. Postoperative blood transfusion and restrictive transfusion thresholds are tailored to the patient's needs and depend on various physiological indicators, such as heart rate, blood pressure, urine output, and laboratory findings, such as acidosis and hematocrit level. Generally, post-bariatric body contouring blood management measures are still lacking, and more research is required to develop standardized guidelines for optimizing patient safety and satisfaction.Level of Evidence III This journal requires that authors assign a level of evidence to each article. For a full description of these Evidence-Based Medicine ratings, please refer to the Table of Contents or the online Instructions to Authors www.springer.com/00266 .
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Morris MP, Christopher AN, Patel V, Onyekaba G, Broach RB, Fischer JP. Negative Pressure Wound Therapy After Abdominal Body Contouring: A Comparative Matched Analysis of Outcomes and Cost. Plast Surg (Oakv) 2022; 30:360-367. [PMID: 36212102 PMCID: PMC9537721 DOI: 10.1177/22925503211019627] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2020] [Accepted: 04/16/2021] [Indexed: 11/03/2023] Open
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Background: Studies that have previously validated the use of incisional negative pressure wound therapy (iNPWT) after body contouring procedures (BCP) have provided limited data regarding associated health care utilization and cost. We matched 2 cohorts of patients after BCP with and without iNPWT and compared utilization of health care resources and post-operative clinical outcomes. Methods: Adult patients who underwent abdominoplasty and/or panniculectomy between 2015 and 2020 by a single surgeon were identified. Patients were propensity score matched by body mass index (BMI), gender, smoking history, diabetes mellitus, hypertension, and incision type. Primary outcomes included time to final drain removal, outpatient visits, homecare visits, emergency department visits, and cost. Secondary outcomes included surgical site occurrences (SSO), surgical site infections, reoperations, and revisions. Results: One hundred sixty-six patients were eligible, and 40 were matched (20 with iNPWT and 20 without iNPWT) with a median age of 47 years and BMI of 32 kg/m2. There were no differences in demographics or intraoperative details (all P > .05). No significant differences were found between the cohorts in terms of health care utilization measures or clinical outcomes (all P > .05). Direct cost was significantly greater in the iNPWT cohort (P = .0498). Inpatient length of stay and procedure time were independently associated with increased cost on multivariate analysis (all P < .0001). Conclusion: Consensus guidelines recommend the use of iNPWT in high-risk patients, including abdominal BCP. Our results show that iNPWT is associated with equivalent health care utilization and clinical outcomes, with increased cost. Additional randomized controlled trials are needed to further elucidate the cost utility of this technique in this patient population.
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- Martin P. Morris
- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of
Pennsylvania. Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of
Pennsylvania. Philadelphia, PA, USA
- Department of Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia,
PA, USA
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of
Pennsylvania. Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of
Pennsylvania. Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of
Pennsylvania. Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of
Pennsylvania. Philadelphia, PA, USA
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ElAbd R, AlMojel M, AlSabah S, AlRashid A, AlNesf M, Alhallabi B, Burezq H. Complications Post Abdominoplasty After Surgical Versus Non-surgical Massive Weight Loss: a Comparative Study. Obes Surg 2022; 32:3847-3853. [PMID: 36208387 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-022-06309-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/09/2022] [Revised: 09/24/2022] [Accepted: 09/28/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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PURPOSE This study aims to investigate the rate of short- and long-term complications as well as the need for operative revisions after abdominoplasty for patients following surgical versus non-surgical weight loss methods. METHODS This is a retrospective chart review that enrolled consecutive patients undergoing abdominoplasty across a 5-year period, aged 18 years and above, opting for abdominoplasty after weight loss achieved through bariatric surgery or diet and exercise alone. RESULTS A total of 364 patients lost weight through bariatric surgery and 106 by diet and exercise alone. There were no significant differences in comorbidity status, but past body mass index (BMI) was higher for the surgical weight loss (SW) group (47.6 ± 10.2 and 40.4 ± 8.6, respectively; p value < 0.0001). Percent excess weight loss (EWL) was 68 ± 14.5 for the SW group and 55.7 ± 19.4 for the NSW group, p value < 0.0001. Pre- and postoperative blood hemoglobin levels were significantly lower in the SW group (p < 0.05). Neither short-term complications (thromboembolic events, wound complications, or infections) nor long-term complications (umbilical deformity, delayed wound healing, or infection) and operative revisions were significantly different across both groups (p > .05). CONCLUSION Bariatric surgery does not increase the risk of short- or long-term complications or the need for operative revision after abdominoplasty.
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- Rawan ElAbd
- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC, Canada
- Department of Surgery, Jaber Al Ahmed Hospital, Kuwait City, Kuwait
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- Faculty of Medicine, Kuwait University, Kuwait City, Kuwait
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- Department of Surgery, Jaber Al Ahmed Hospital, Kuwait City, Kuwait.
- Faculty of Medicine, Kuwait University, Kuwait City, Kuwait.
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC, Canada
- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Hôpital De Saint-Jérôme, Saint-Jérôme, QC, Canada
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- Al-Babtain Center for Burns and Plastic Surgery, Shuwaikh City, Kuwait
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Zaussinger M, Wenny R, Schwartz B, Ehebruster G, Huemer GM, Schmidt M. De-epithelialized Dermal Flap to Reduce Sacral Wound Healing Complications After Lower Body Lift Procedure. Aesthet Surg J 2022; 42:NP451-NP460. [PMID: 35079779 DOI: 10.1093/asj/sjac012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Lower or circumferential body lift procedures in the massive-weight-loss population have been associated with significant complication rates. Particularly, the sacral area is at risk of wound-healing problems due to high wound tension or shear forces. OBJECTIVES The authors introduced a de-epithelialized dermal flap to reinforce the sacral area. METHODS Within this retrospective study, outcomes of 40 consecutive patients who underwent lower body lift between 2017 and 2021 were analyzed. The patient population was divided into 2 study groups (sacral flap vs no flap) including 20 patients each. Demographic and surgical data as well as complications were evaluated and compared. Appropriate statistical analysis was performed. RESULTS Thirty-seven female and 3 male patients with a median age of 36.5 years (range, 23-54 years) and a mean weight loss of 46.3 ± 12 kg participated in the study. The most common complication was sacral wound dehiscence (n = 7, 17.5%), and its occurrence was statistically significantly lower in the sacral flap group (P = 0.037). The odd ratios for complications when executing the sacral flap procedure were reduced to 0.306 (95% confidence interval = 0.075 to 1.246) and 0.261 (95% confidence interval = 0.055 to 1.250) for the uncorrected and corrected logistic regressions, respectively. In addition, findings showed a significantly shorter hospital stay as well as statistical trends towards a lower occurrence of overall complications in the sacral flap group. Concerning the remaining data, no statistically significant differences between study groups were detected. CONCLUSIONS The presented de-epithelialized dermal flap leads to a significant reduction of sacral wound-healing complications and a shorter hospital stay for patients. This surgical technique is easily reproduceable, rapid, and effective; therefore, we would recommend it for each circumferential or lower body lift procedure. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: 4
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- Johannes Kepler University Linz Medical Faculty , Linz , Austria
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- Department for Research and Development, University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions , Linz , Austria
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- Johannes Kepler University Linz Medical Faculty , Linz , Austria
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- Johannes Kepler University Linz Medical Faculty , Linz , Austria
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Zaussinger M, Wenny R, Zucal I, Staud C, Schmidt M, Duscher D, Huemer GM. The Three-Hour Lower Body Lift: Evolution of a Technique and Personal Experience after 155 Consecutive Cases. Aesthetic Plast Surg 2022; 46:1293-1302. [PMID: 34761290 DOI: 10.1007/s00266-021-02651-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2021] [Accepted: 10/23/2021] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND Body-contouring is a surgical field in growing demand, as the number of massive weight loss patients following bariatric surgery is increasing. The purpose of this study was to provide a straightforward and time-efficient circumferential body lift technique to achieve optimal lower truncal contouring. PATIENTS AND METHODS A total of 155 massive weight loss patients (133 women and 22 men) underwent lower body lift surgery between 2006 and 2018. The mean preoperative weight reduction and body mass indices were 56.5 ± 16.6 kg and 26.7 ± 4.7 kg/m2, respectively. The preoperative markings focused on the back and gluteal region, and the modified surgical technique are described. Additionally, improvements of intra-operative repositioning of the patient and how to deal with sterilization and dressings are elucidated. RESULTS The average intra-operative time was 178 ± 54.6 minutes. The mean follow-up of all patients was 8.2 ± 2.4 years. The most common complications were related to wound dehiscence (n = 38) and seroma (n = 18). The mean weight of the resected tissue was 3 056 ± 1 816.5 g. CONCLUSION The lower body lift represents an effective and safe body contouring procedure to treat massive weight loss patients with multiple regions of concern. The current study describes a modified surgical technique that reduces operating time and complications, notably. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE IV This journal requires that authors assign a level of evidence to each article. For a full description of these Evidence-Based Medicine ratings, please refer to the Table of Contents or the online Instructions to Authors http://www.springer.com/00266 .
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- Maximilian Zaussinger
- Section of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Kepler University Hospital Linz, Krankenhausstrasse 9A, 4020, Linz, Austria.
- Medical Faculty, Johannes Kepler University Linz, Altenberger Straße 69, 4040, Linz, Austria.
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- Section of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Kepler University Hospital Linz, Krankenhausstrasse 9A, 4020, Linz, Austria
- Medical Faculty, Johannes Kepler University Linz, Altenberger Straße 69, 4040, Linz, Austria
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- Section of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Kepler University Hospital Linz, Krankenhausstrasse 9A, 4020, Linz, Austria
- Medical Faculty, Johannes Kepler University Linz, Altenberger Straße 69, 4040, Linz, Austria
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Medical University of Vienna, Spitalgasse 23, 1090, Vienna, Austria
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- Section of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Kepler University Hospital Linz, Krankenhausstrasse 9A, 4020, Linz, Austria
- Medical Faculty, Johannes Kepler University Linz, Altenberger Straße 69, 4040, Linz, Austria
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- Section of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Kepler University Hospital Linz, Krankenhausstrasse 9A, 4020, Linz, Austria
- Medical Faculty, Johannes Kepler University Linz, Altenberger Straße 69, 4040, Linz, Austria
- Department of Plastic, Reconstructive, Hand and Burn Surgery, BG-Trauma Center, Eberhard Karls University Tuebingen, Schnarrenbergstrasse 95, 72076, Tübingen, Germany
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- Section of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Kepler University Hospital Linz, Krankenhausstrasse 9A, 4020, Linz, Austria.
- Medical Faculty, Johannes Kepler University Linz, Altenberger Straße 69, 4040, Linz, Austria.
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Simunovic F, Bonaventura B, Schneider L, Horner VK, Weber J, Stark GB, Kalash Z. The Edmonton Obesity Staging System Predicts Postoperative Complications After Abdominoplasty. Ann Plast Surg 2021; 87:556-561. [PMID: 34699434 DOI: 10.1097/sap.0000000000002814] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND This study investigates the relationship between Edmonton Obesity Staging System (EOSS) and the occurrence of postoperative complications after abdominoplasty in massive weight loss patients. METHODS A single-institution retrospective review of patients undergoing abdominoplasty between 2009 and 2019 after massive weight loss. Demographic data, laboratory findings, known risk factors for postoperative complications, as well as data on major and minor complications were extracted from the patient charts. Logistic regression models were used to investigate the relationship between the variables. RESULTS Four hundred and five patients were included in the study. The prevalence of EOSS stages was: 0 (no comorbidities, N = 151, 37%), 1 (mild conditions, N = 40, 10%), 2 (moderate conditions, N = 149, 36%) and 3 (severe conditions, N = 70, 17%). Regression analysis showed that, controlling for body mass index (BMI), BMI Δ (maximal BMI - BMI at presentation), bariatric surgery, volume of resected tissue, and duration of surgery, EOSS stage significantly associated with the occurrence of postoperative complications. Compared with EOSS stage 0, EOSS stages 2 and 3 patients were associated with significantly more minor and major complications, respectively. The volume of resected tissue, BMI Δ, and age were associated with the occurrence of major complications. A regression model of comorbidities comprising the EOSS revealed a significant association of variables diabetes mellitus and hypertension with the occurrence of postoperative complications. CONCLUSIONS Edmonton Obesity Staging System is a robust predictor of postoperative complications in abdominoplasty.
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- Filip Simunovic
- From the Department of Plastic and Hand Surgery, Freiburg University Medical Center, Freiburg, Germany
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Stewart CM, Faaborg-Andersen C, Baker N, Losken A. Evaluating Outcomes and Weight Loss After Panniculectomy. Ann Plast Surg 2021; 87:552-555. [PMID: 34334665 DOI: 10.1097/sap.0000000000002942] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The objective of this study was to evaluate long-term outcomes and weight loss after panniculectomy. METHODS A retrospective chart review study was performed on 225 consecutive patients who had undergone panniculectomy from 2002 and 2020. Demographic variables including smoking status, medical comorbidities, and prior history of weight loss/bariatric surgery were collected for 173 patients. Preoperative and postoperative body mass index (BMI) were calculated in addition to postoperative outcomes. RESULTS The study population was 85% female with a mean age of 57 years and an average follow-up of 3.9 years. Relevant comorbidities included obesity (88%), hypertension (65%), diabetes (37%), and smoking (8%), and the majority (53%) of patients had undergone prior bariatric surgery. The overall complication rate was 40%. Twenty percent of patients required reoperation or readmission, and 20% had minor complications addressed in an outpatient setting. Patients who had higher preoperative BMI experienced a significant long-term reduction in BMI. In addition, patients who did not undergo prior bariatric surgery tended to lose weight more often and by larger amounts than patients who had prior bariatric surgery (71.6% vs 57.6, P = 0.023). Complications were not uncommon and included infection (17%), delayed wound healing (16%), seroma (8%), and hematoma (3%). Patients who had prior bariatric surgery were at reduced risk of any complication (P = 0.012). Smoking increased the incidence of infection (38.5% of smokers vs 15.6% of nonsmokers, P = 0.039). Concomitant hernia repair increased the risk of overall complications (64.3% vs 35.9%, P = 0.003) and delayed wound healing (39.2% vs 11.7%, P < 0.001). In the subgroup of patients who did not lose weight, a panniculus weight greater than 5 kg was associated with an increased complication rate (61.5% vs 27%, P = 0.03). CONCLUSIONS Patients who underwent a panniculectomy tended to lose weight postoperatively, particularly those who had not undergone previous bariatric surgery. Complications were not uncommon, especially in patients with a smoking history. Prior bariatric surgery patients had a significant decrease in postoperative complications but tended to lose less weight after panniculectomy than those without prior bariatric surgery. Concomitant hernia repair put patients at an increased risk of complications.
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- Christopher M Stewart
- From the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Emory University, Atlanta, GA
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Christopher AN, Morris MP, Patel V, Broach RB, Fischer JP. Abdominal Body Contouring: Does Body Mass Index Affect Clinical and Patient Reported Outcomes? J Surg Res 2021; 270:348-358. [PMID: 34731733 DOI: 10.1016/j.jss.2021.09.035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/11/2021] [Revised: 08/01/2021] [Accepted: 09/09/2021] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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BACKGROUND Obese individuals are thought to be higher risk for complications after excisional abdominal body contouring (EAC) due to co-morbidities and significant tissue resection. OBJECTIVES We comparatively analyzed EAC patients with Body Mass Index (BMI) ≥35 kg/m2 and BMI <35 kg/m2 to highlight key differences in clinical and patient-reported-outcomes (PROs). METHODS Patients ≥18 years-old undergoing EAC by a single surgeon from 01/2018-01/2020 were identified and separated into cohorts based on BMI (<35 and ≥35 kg/m2). Patients were excluded if they had a cosmetic abdominoplasty without history of bariatric surgery or massive weight loss, or if they had <1000 gs of tissue resected. Clinical outcomes and PROs using the BODY-Q were comparatively analyzed. RESULTS 70 total patients with median BMIs of 30[26-32] and 41[37-45] kg/m2 in each cohort, were identified. Patients with BMI ≥35 kg/m2 were more likely to have higher ASA (P<0.01) and use of incisional negative pressure wound devices (P = 0.042). Alternatively, they were less likely to have had concurrent liposuction (P = 0.05). There were no differences in development of an SSO, SSI or SSOpi (P>0.05) between cohorts. Multivariate logistic regression showed that BMI ≥35 kg/m2, iNPWD and liposuction were not associated with the development of complications. PROs demonstrated improvement in multiple domains despite BMI. CONCLUSION There was no association with BMI ≥35 kg/m2 and the development of complications within our cohort. We encourage preoperative weight loss when possible, however these procedures can be performed safely with acceptable outcomes even in individuals who are obese and/or require extensive tissue removal.
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- Adrienne N Christopher
- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Pennsylvania. Philadelphia, PA; Department of Surgery. Thomas Jefferson University. Philadelphia, PA.
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Pennsylvania. Philadelphia, PA
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- Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania. Philadelphia, PA
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Pennsylvania. Philadelphia, PA
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Pennsylvania. Philadelphia, PA.
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Cadwell JB, Ahsanuddin S, Ayyala HS, Ignatiuk A. Panniculectomy Outcomes by Body Mass Index: an Analysis of 12,732 Cases. Obes Surg 2021; 31:3660-3666. [PMID: 34106398 PMCID: PMC8187133 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-021-05468-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/26/2021] [Revised: 04/27/2021] [Accepted: 05/05/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Purpose With an increasing rate of obesity in the USA, bariatric surgery has become widespread, resulting in a greater number of patients seeking panniculectomy. The authors aim to determine the complication profile of panniculectomies by body mass index (BMI). Methods The 2012–2018 National Surgical Quality Improvement Program database was queried for all panniculectomy cases. Patients were assigned to a category by their calculated BMI. Rates of complications were compared across BMI ranges. Demographics, comorbidities, and perioperative factors were compared between those with and without complications. Multivariable analyses were performed to analyze the associations between BMI ranges and post-surgical complications. Results Twelve thousand seven hundred thirty-two cases were analyzed, of which 1759 (13.8%) had at least one postoperative complication. As BMI increased, patients were more likely to experience postoperative complications (p<0.001). Patients experiencing complications were more likely to be male, older, of a higher BMI group, have a higher American Society of Anesthesiologists Personal Status classification, be an inpatient, have various comorbidities, or be undergoing a concurrent procedure. On multivariable analysis, patients who were overweight (OR=1.24, p=0.039), with class 1 (OR=1.72, p<0.001), class 2 (OR=2.10, p<0.001), or class 3 (OR=3.01, p<0.001) obesity were more likely to have a postoperative complication. Wound complications were particularly prevalent in patients who were overweight (OR=1.77, p=0.001) or with class 1 (OR=2.59, p<0.001), class 2 (OR=4.05, p<0.001), or class 3 (p=5.84, p<0.001) obesity compared to non-overweight patients. Conclusion A higher BMI is associated with more postoperative complications, particularly wound healing complications, following panniculectomy in a dose-dependent manner. Graphical abstract ![]()
Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s11695-021-05468-w.
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- Joshua B Cadwell
- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, 140 Bergen Street, Suite E1620, Newark, NJ, 07103, USA
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, 140 Bergen Street, Suite E1620, Newark, NJ, 07103, USA
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, 140 Bergen Street, Suite E1620, Newark, NJ, 07103, USA
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, 140 Bergen Street, Suite E1620, Newark, NJ, 07103, USA.
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Rudolph M, Galazra L, Greer M, Hemal K, Runyan C. The Impact of Perioperative Blood Pressure on Hematoma Development After Panniculectomy. Ann Plast Surg 2021; 86:S532-S537. [PMID: 34100811 DOI: 10.1097/sap.0000000000002912] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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PURPOSE Hematoma affects 10% to 13% of patients undergoing panniculectomy. Although elevated perioperative blood pressure has been associated with hematoma after rhytidectomy, this has not been established for panniculectomy. We sought to determine the impact of perioperative blood pressure on hematoma development in patients undergoing panniculectomy. METHODS A retrospective review was performed on patients undergoing isolated panniculectomy procedures. Blood pressure parameters recorded included systolic blood pressures (SBPs), diastolic blood pressures (DBPs), and mean arterial pressure. The mean, peak, and trough blood pressure values were recorded. Preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative blood pressures were recorded, and differences between phases were calculated. Univariate and multivariate logistic regressions were performed. RESULTS One hundred forty-three patients were identified, which included 84% (n = 120) women and 17% (n = 23) men. A history of hypertension was present in 55% (n = 79) of patients, of which 91% (n = 72) were medically controlled. Preoperative antiplatelet or anticoagulation was used in 21% (n = 31) of patients. Seven patients (5%) developed a hematoma, of which 5 required operative drainage. Development of hematoma was not associated with patient, surgical, or postoperative pain variables. There was an association between hematoma and elevated postoperative blood pressures on univariate and multivariate analyses. The mean peak SBP in the hematoma group was 160 mm Hg in comparison to 141 mm Hg in the nonhematoma group. For each 10-mm Hg increase in postoperative peak SBP, the odds of a hematoma increased by 2.8 times. When comparing phases of care, hematoma patients had similar intraoperative and postoperative peak SBP, but their postoperative SBP was 19 mm Hg higher than preoperative baseline. Conversely, nonhematoma patients had a postoperative blood pressure that was similar to their preoperative baseline and 20 mm Hg lower than their intraoperative values. CONCLUSIONS Hematoma is associated with elevated postoperative blood pressures. A postoperative mean peak SBP of 160 mm Hg was associated with hematoma, and for each 10 mm Hg, the risk of hematomsa increased by 2.8 times. The risk of hematoma may be reduced by strict postoperative blood pressure control. We recommend a postoperative peak SBP goal of 140 mm Hg or less, with a value equal to or less than their preoperative baseline and 20 mm Hg lower than their intraoperative pressure.
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- Megan Rudolph
- From the Department of Plastic Surgery, Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
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- From the Department of Plastic Surgery, Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
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Toninello P, Montanari A, Bassetto F, Vindigni V, Paoli A. Nutritional Support for Bariatric Surgery Patients: The Skin beyond the Fat. Nutrients 2021; 13:1565. [PMID: 34066564 PMCID: PMC8148584 DOI: 10.3390/nu13051565] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2021] [Revised: 04/28/2021] [Accepted: 05/03/2021] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Body contouring surgery after the massive weight loss due to bariatric surgery deals with different kinds of complications. The aim of this review is to analyze the role that some nutrients may play in tissue healing after surgery, thus helping plastic surgeons to improve the aesthetic and health outcomes in massive weight loss patients under a multidisciplinary approach. As a matter of fact, preoperative nutritional deficiencies have been shown for vitamins and minerals in a large percentage of post-bariatric patients. Preoperative deficiencies mainly concern iron, zinc, selenium, and vitamins (both fat-soluble and water-soluble), but also total protein. During the postoperative period, these problems may increase because of the patients' very low intake of vitamins and minerals after bariatric surgery (below 50% of the recommended dietary allowance) and the patients' low compliance with the suggested multivitamin supplementation (approximately 60%). In the postoperative period, more attention should be given to nutritional aspects in regard to the length of absorptive area and the percentage of weight loss.
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- Paolo Toninello
- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Unit, Department of Neurosciences, University of Padua, 35122 Padua, Italy; (P.T.); (A.M.); (F.B.); (V.V.)
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- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Unit, Department of Neurosciences, University of Padua, 35122 Padua, Italy; (P.T.); (A.M.); (F.B.); (V.V.)
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- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Unit, Department of Neurosciences, University of Padua, 35122 Padua, Italy; (P.T.); (A.M.); (F.B.); (V.V.)
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- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Unit, Department of Neurosciences, University of Padua, 35122 Padua, Italy; (P.T.); (A.M.); (F.B.); (V.V.)
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, University of Padova, 35122 Padua, Italy
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Restifo RJ. Abdominoplasty in the Massive Weight Loss Patient: Are Aesthetic Goals and Safety Mutually Exclusive? Aesthet Surg J Open Forum 2021; 3:ojab013. [PMID: 34212144 PMCID: PMC8240744 DOI: 10.1093/asjof/ojab013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/01/2021] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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Background The goals of abdominoplasty in massive weight loss (MWL) patients are often functional, with a greater emphasis on safety than on aesthetic rejuvenation. As important as functional improvements and safety are, however, there may be room for increasing the aesthetic potential of abdominoplasties in these patients. Objectives To determine the safety of the pursuit of aesthetic goals for abdominoplasty in MWL patients. Methods This is a retrospective study examining 910 consecutive female patients consisting of 3 groups: postpartum (n = 718), dietary MWL (n = 65), and bariatric MWL (n = 127). All patients were approached with a well-defined set of aesthetic goals which were pursued as needed and as feasible. Results The utilization of aesthetic abdominoplasty components was similar in all groups, supporting the assertion that the groups were subjected to a similar aesthetic emphasis. Logistic regression showed that a history of bariatric MWL was an independent risk factor for multiple complications (odds ratio 2.738, P = 0.014) and that elevated body mass index (BMI), smoking, diabetes, and age were likewise independent risk factors for complications. Propensity score-matched case-control pairs showed that bariatric MWL patients were more likely than dietary MWL patients to experience multiple complications (9.52% vs 0%, P = 0.031). Conclusions Bariatric MWL patients but not dietary weight loss patients seem to have a higher risk than postpartum patients. Other comorbidities (elevated BMI, smoking, diabetes, and age) seem to be more important predictors of complications than MWL status. Select MWL patients can likely be approached with an emphasis on aesthetic goals, without increasing risks as compared with the postpartum population. Level of Evidence: 2
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- Richard J Restifo
- Corresponding Author: Dr Restifo, 620 Racebrook Road, Orange, CT 06477, USA. E-mail: ; Instagram: @DrRestifo
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De Paep K, Van Campenhout I, Van Cauwenberge S, Dillemans B. Post-bariatric Abdominoplasty: Identification of Risk Factors for Complications. Obes Surg 2021; 31:3203-3209. [PMID: 33796972 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-021-05383-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2020] [Revised: 03/24/2021] [Accepted: 03/24/2021] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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PURPOSE The aim was to evaluate the complication rate after abdominoplasty procedures performed in a high volume post-bariatric center and to identify predictors of complications. MATERIAL AND METHODS A retrospective analysis was performed and included all abdominoplasty procedures performed between January 2011 and December 2019. Complications classified according to the Clavien-Dindo classification were documented and potential risk factors were statistically evaluated. RESULTS A total of 898 patients were included. Overall complication rate was 29.8%. Type I complications (minor wound problems) occurred in 15.8% (n = 140). Type II complications requiring medical intervention occurred in 10% (n = 90). Five patients had deep venous thrombosis or pulmonary embolism; others received antibiotic treatment for wound infections. In total 42 type III complications occurred in 36 patients, with re-intervention for wound problems (n = 16), seroma (n = 16), umbilical necrosis (n = 4), and bleeding (n = 6). The weight of tissue resected (p < 0.001), the interval between bariatric and body contouring surgery (p < 0.05), preoperative BMI (p < 0.05), male gender (p < 0.05), diabetes mellitus type 2 (p = 0.05), and smoking (p < 0.05) were important predictors for developing complications. CONCLUSION In this large retrospective post-bariatric abdominoplasty series, the overall complication rate is low compared to other published series as a consequence of our completely standardized approach and technique. Our analysis shows a significant linear correlation between the amount of skin tissue resected and postoperative complications. Moreover, the longer the interval between bariatric surgery and abdominoplasty, the higher the complication rate. High preoperative BMI, diabetes mellitus type 2, smoking, and male gender were identified as independent significant risk factors for complications.
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- Karen De Paep
- Department of Bariatric & Post-Bariatric Surgery, AZ Sint-Jan Brugge-Oostende AV, Ruddershove 10, 8000, Brugge, Belgium
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- Department of Bariatric & Post-Bariatric Surgery, AZ Sint-Jan Brugge-Oostende AV, Ruddershove 10, 8000, Brugge, Belgium
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- Department of Bariatric & Post-Bariatric Surgery, AZ Sint-Jan Brugge-Oostende AV, Ruddershove 10, 8000, Brugge, Belgium.
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- Department of Bariatric & Post-Bariatric Surgery, AZ Sint-Jan Brugge-Oostende AV, Ruddershove 10, 8000, Brugge, Belgium
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Age and Overweight Are Not Contraindications for a Breast Reconstruction with a TMG-Flap-A Risk and Complication Analysis of a Retrospective Double Center Study Including 300 Patients. J Clin Med 2021; 10:jcm10050926. [PMID: 33804298 PMCID: PMC7957526 DOI: 10.3390/jcm10050926] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2021] [Revised: 02/08/2021] [Accepted: 02/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Introduction: The transverse myocutaneous gracilis (TMG) flap has become a popular and reliable alternative for autologous breast reconstruction. Initially described as a valuable tissue source for women with low body-mass index, indications nowadays have widely expanded. The Western civilization demographic development with its aging population and the steady growing average BMI has led to increasing breast reconstructions with TMG flaps in overweight and aged individuals. Patients and Methods: A total of 300 TMG free flaps for unilateral autologous breast reconstruction were evaluated in the form of a retrospective double center cohort study. Data extraction, study group formation and statistical analysis (One-way analysis of variance (ANOVA), Pearson’s chi-squared statistical analysis and relative risk calculation) were done specifically to evaluate age and BMI as risk factors for postoperative complications and outcome. Results: No significant differences in patients’ age and BMI in the complication groups compared to the no-complication group could be found. No significant difference regarding the occurrence of complications could be found in any of the formed risk-groups. No significant increase of minor-, major- or overall complications, flap loss or revision surgeries were found in the elderly patient groups or for patients with overweight. Conclusion: Age and overweight do not significantly increase the risk for postoperative complications after breast reconstructions with free TMG flaps. The findings of this study support the fact that microsurgical breast reconstruction with a free TMG flap should not solely be reserved for younger patients and females with a lower BMI.
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Debs T, Petrucciani N, Frey S, Korkmaz C, Hufschmidt K, Sejor E, Bitar HE, Ben Amor I, Iannelli A, Gugenheim J. Outcomes of patients older than 55 years undergoing abdominoplasty after bariatric surgery. Surg Obes Relat Dis 2021; 17:901-908. [PMID: 33622603 DOI: 10.1016/j.soard.2021.01.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/11/2020] [Revised: 12/01/2020] [Accepted: 01/11/2021] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Bariatric surgery has become widely performed for treating patients with morbid obesity, and the age limits are being pushed further and further as the procedure proves safe. After massive weight loss, many of those patients seek body-contouring surgery for excess skin and fat. OBJECTIVES To analyze the feasibility and the safety of abdominoplasty in patients older than 55 years old after bariatric surgery. SETTING University hospital medical center. METHODS We performed a retrospective review of prospectively collected data from patients aged older than 55 years who had undergone abdominoplasty following massive weight loss due to a bariatric surgery at a single institution from 2004 to 2017. The data analyzed included age, gender, preoperative body mass index, associated interventions, co-morbidities, and postoperative complications. RESULTS We retrieved records for 104 patients; 85.6% percent of them were female, and the mean age was 60.1 ± 3.9 years old. Of the 104 patients, 21 (20.2%) underwent a sleeve gastrectomy and 77 (74%) underwent a Roux-en-Y gastric bypass. The mean interval between the bariatric surgery and the abdominoplasty was 33.6 ± 26.9 months. The mean preoperative weight and body mass index were 76.1 ± 14.5 kg and 28.9 ± 4.5 kg/m2, respectively. A total complication rate of 20% was observed. The only factor significantly associated with postoperative morbidity was the associated procedure (P = .03), when we performed another procedure at the same time as the abdominoplasty. Complications included postoperative bleeding in 5 patients (4.8%), seromas in 5 patients (4.8%), surgical site infections in 12 patients (11.5%), and wound dehiscence or ischemia in 2 patients (1.9%). No mortality occurred. CONCLUSION Abdominoplasty can be safely performed in carefully selected patients older than 55 years old after weight loss surgery, and does not present increased morbidity or mortality. We recommend that surgeons avoid adding concomitant procedures when possible, to decrease the risk of complications. It is also important to look at the patient's previous maximum BMI levels, as a higher maximum BMI can predict higher postoperative risks and longer hospital stays.
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- Tarek Debs
- Division of Digestive Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Nice University Hospital, Nice, France
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- Division of Digestive Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Nice University Hospital, Nice, France; Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences and Translational Medicine, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy.
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- Division of Digestive Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Nice University Hospital, Nice, France
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- Division of Digestive Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Nice University Hospital, Nice, France
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Nice, Nice, France
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- Division of Digestive Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Nice University Hospital, Nice, France
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- Division of Digestive Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Nice University Hospital, Nice, France
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- Division of Digestive Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Nice University Hospital, Nice, France
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- Division of Digestive Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Nice University Hospital, Nice, France
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- Division of Digestive Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Nice University Hospital, Nice, France
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Schlosshauer T, Kiehlmann M, Jung D, Sader R, Rieger UM. Post-Bariatric Abdominoplasty: Analysis of 406 Cases With Focus on Risk Factors and Complications. Aesthet Surg J 2021; 41:59-71. [PMID: 32162655 DOI: 10.1093/asj/sjaa067] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Post-bariatric patients present a surgical challenge within abdominoplasty because of residual obesity and major comorbidities. In this study, we analyzed complications following abdominoplasty in post-bariatric patients and evaluated potential risk factors associated with these complications. OBJECTIVES The authors sought to determine the complications and risk factors following abdominoplasty in post-bariatric patients. METHODS A retrospective study of patients who underwent abdominoplasty was performed from January 2009 to December 2018 at our institution. Variables analyzed were sex, age, body mass index (BMI), smoking, surgical technique, operative time, resection weight, drain output, and complications. RESULTS A total of 406 patients were included in this study (320 female and 86 male) with a mean age of 44.4 years and a BMI of 30.6 kg/m2. Abdominoplasty techniques consisted of traditional (64.3%), fleur-de-lis technique (27.3%), and panniculectomy without umbilical displacement (8.4%). Overall complications recorded were 41.9%, the majority of these being wound-healing problems (32%). Minor and major complications were found in 29.1% and 12.8% of patients, respectively. A BMI value of ≥30 kg/m2 was associated with an increased risk for wound-healing problems (P = 0.001). The frequency of total complications was significantly related to age (P = 0.007), BMI (P = 0.004), and resection weight (P = 0.001). Abdominoplasty technique tended to influence total complications. CONCLUSIONS This study demonstrates in a fairly large sample of post-bariatric patients (n = 406) that abdominoplasty alone can be performed safely, with an acceptable complication rate. Age, BMI, and resection weight are shown to be significant risk factors for total complications. The role of surgical technique needs to be evaluated further. Level of Evidence: 4.
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- Torsten Schlosshauer
- Dr Schlosshauer is a Consultant Plastic Surgeon, Dr Kiehlmann is a plastic surgery resident, Ms Jung is a postgraduate student, and Dr Rieger is the Head of the Department, Department of Plastic and Aesthetic, Reconstructive and Hand Surgery, Agaplesion Markus Hospital, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Dr Schlosshauer is a Consultant Plastic Surgeon, Dr Kiehlmann is a plastic surgery resident, Ms Jung is a postgraduate student, and Dr Rieger is the Head of the Department, Department of Plastic and Aesthetic, Reconstructive and Hand Surgery, Agaplesion Markus Hospital, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Dr Schlosshauer is a Consultant Plastic Surgeon, Dr Kiehlmann is a plastic surgery resident, Ms Jung is a postgraduate student, and Dr Rieger is the Head of the Department, Department of Plastic and Aesthetic, Reconstructive and Hand Surgery, Agaplesion Markus Hospital, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Dr Sader is the Head of the Department, Oral, Department for Oral, Cranio-Maxillofacial and Facial Plastic Surgery, Medical Center of the Goethe University Frankfurt, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Dr Schlosshauer is a Consultant Plastic Surgeon, Dr Kiehlmann is a plastic surgery resident, Ms Jung is a postgraduate student, and Dr Rieger is the Head of the Department, Department of Plastic and Aesthetic, Reconstructive and Hand Surgery, Agaplesion Markus Hospital, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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Gebran SG, Wasicek PJ, Ngaage LM, Nam AJ, Kligman MD, Rasko YM. Panniculectomy at the time of bariatric surgery: a propensity score-matched analysis of outcomes in the MBSAQIP database. Surg Obes Relat Dis 2020; 17:177-184. [PMID: 33054983 DOI: 10.1016/j.soard.2020.08.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/15/2019] [Revised: 07/09/2020] [Accepted: 08/20/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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BACKGROUND Body contouring in the postbariatric surgery patient improves quality of life and daily function. OBJECTIVES To determine the risk profile of panniculectomy when performed in select patients at the time of bariatric surgery. SETTING Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP) participating centers. METHODS We examined the MBSAQIP database (2016-2017), in which data on 379,544 bariatric surgeries are reported. Concurrent panniculectomy procedures were identified by Current Procedural Technology (CPT) codes. Patient characteristics and in-hospital as well as 30-day complications were compared between the body contouring group and propensity score-matched bariatric surgery controls. RESULTS One hundred twenty-four patients met inclusion criteria and were matched to 248 controls. An infra-umbilical panniculectomy was performed in the majority of patients (n = 94, 75.8%). Most patients received an open rather than laparoscopic bariatric surgery (n = 87, 70.2%). There were no statistically significant differences between 30-day mortality (1.9%), wound complications (11.5%), readmission (12.5%) and reoperation (5.8%) between the 2 groups (P > .05). Wound complications occurred in 11.5% of patients and were associated with prolonged hospital stay (odds ratio 4.65, 95% confidence interval 1.99-10.86, P < .001) and a body mass index (BMI) > 50 (odds ratio 3.19, 95% confidence interval 1.02-9.96, P = .046). CONCLUSION In select patients, panniculectomy at the time of bariatric surgery was not associated with increased in-hospital or 30-day adverse outcomes compared with matched bariatric surgery controls. This procedure may be performed in select patients, with awareness that revision surgery may be needed once weight loss stabilizes.
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- Selim G Gebran
- Division of Plastic, Reconstructive, & Maxillofacial Surgery, R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Division of Plastic, Reconstructive, & Maxillofacial Surgery, R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Maryland Medical Center, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Division of Plastic, Reconstructive, & Maxillofacial Surgery, R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Department of Surgery, University of Maryland Medical Center, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Maryland Medical Center, Baltimore, Maryland.
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Brito ÍM, Meireles R, Baltazar J, Brandão C, Sanches F, Freire-Santos MJ. Abdominoplasty and Patient Safety: The Impact of Body Mass Index and Bariatric Surgery on Complications Profile. Aesthetic Plast Surg 2020; 44:1615-1624. [PMID: 32342171 DOI: 10.1007/s00266-020-01725-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2020] [Accepted: 04/09/2020] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND Abdominoplasty is a frequent aesthetic surgical procedure. Despite its popularity, patient safety requires further attention because of an important risk of complications. Obesity and bariatric surgery are potential risk factors. This study evaluated the impact of body mass index (BMI) and bariatric surgery on complications profile. METHODS A retrospective review of patients undergoing abdominoplasty over a 5-year period was conducted. Patient demographics, comorbidities, BMI, bariatric surgery, complications (minor and major) and drainage outcomes were evaluated. Univariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses were performed for risk assessment. RESULTS The 191 study patients showed an overall complication rate of 32.5%, comprising minor (27.7%) and major complications (7.9%). Seroma was the most common complication (20.9%). Mean BMI was 27.1 kg/m2. Obesity was present in 14.1%, and bariatric surgery in 53.4%. Obese patients had significant higher rates of overall complications (74.1%, p < 0.001), minor complications (66.7%, p < 0.001), seroma (51.9%, p < 0.001) and drainage outputs (p < 0.001). Bariatric patients showed an increased time (p = 0.003) and volume of drainage (p < 0.001), without significant differences in complications. Obesity and preoperative BMI were the only independent risk factors for overall complications (OR 8.3; and OR 1.3; p < 0.001), minor complications (OR 7.4; and OR 1.3; p < 0.001) and seroma (OR 4.5; and OR 1.2; p = 0.002). Diabetes was an independent risk for major complications (OR 4.6; p = 0.047). CONCLUSION Obesity has negatively impacted the profile and risk of complications, whereas bariatric surgery independently did not. Our study provides an accurate understanding of abdominoplasty complications, allowing better risk stratification, candidate selection refinement, morbidity reduction, fair patient counseling and overall improvement in patient safety. EBM LEVEL III This journal requires that authors assign a level of evidence to each article. For a full description of these Evidence-Based Medicine ratings, please refer to the Table of Contents or the online Instructions to Authors www.springer.com/00266 .
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- Íris M Brito
- Department of Plastic Surgery and Burns Unit, Coimbra University Hospital Center, 3000-075, Coimbra, Portugal.
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- Department of Plastic Surgery and Burns Unit, Coimbra University Hospital Center, 3000-075, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Department of Plastic Surgery and Burns Unit, Coimbra University Hospital Center, 3000-075, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Department of Plastic Surgery and Burns Unit, Coimbra University Hospital Center, 3000-075, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Department of Plastic Surgery and Burns Unit, Coimbra University Hospital Center, 3000-075, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Department of Plastic Surgery and Burns Unit, Coimbra University Hospital Center, 3000-075, Coimbra, Portugal
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Modified Frailty Index Predicts Postoperative Complications following Panniculectomy in the Elderly. PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY-GLOBAL OPEN 2020; 8:e2987. [PMID: 32802676 PMCID: PMC7413797 DOI: 10.1097/gox.0000000000002987] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2020] [Accepted: 05/26/2020] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Due to the high complication rate of panniculectomies, preoperative risk stratification is imperative. This study aimed to assess the predictive value of the 5-item modified frailty index (mFI-5) for postoperative complications in the elderly following panniculectomy.
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Derderian SC, Dewberry LC, Patten L, Sitzman TJ, Kaizer AM, Jenkins TM, Michalsky MP, Xie C, Mitchell JE, Inge T. Excess skin problems among adolescents after bariatric surgery. Surg Obes Relat Dis 2020; 16:993-998. [PMID: 32499011 PMCID: PMC7423629 DOI: 10.1016/j.soard.2020.04.020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/15/2019] [Revised: 03/25/2020] [Accepted: 04/16/2020] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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BACKGROUND Bariatric surgery results in significant and durable weight loss and improved health in severely obese adolescents. An important adverse consequence of the massive weight loss after bariatric surgery is excess skin and soft tissue. The prevalence and clinical characteristics of excess skin-related symptoms have been described in adults undergoing bariatric surgery but not in adolescents. Although the higher skin elasticity of adolescents may result in fewer excess skin problems compared with adults, this hypothesis remains untested. OBJECTIVES The purpose of the present study was to describe the natural history of excess skin and its associated complications among severely obese adolescents undergoing bariatric surgery. SETTING University Hospitals, United States. METHODS We evaluated data from the Teen-Longitudinal Assessment of Bariatric Surgery cohort, a prospective, multiinstitutional study of adolescents (13-19 yr) undergoing bariatric surgery. Abdominal pannus severity (graded 0-5) and excess skin symptoms were evaluated preoperatively and for the first 5 years after bariatric surgery. RESULTS Among the 217 study participants, 198 (90%) had an abdominal pannus and 16 (7%) reported pannus-related symptoms at the time of bariatric surgery. Preoperative symptoms included intertriginous infections (n = 12, 75%), recurrent cellulitis (n = 5, 31%), and superficial cutaneous ulcerations (n = 1, 6%). Participants with a higher pannus grade preoperatively experienced both a greater reduction in pannus severity (P < .0001) and a higher incidence of pannus-related symptoms (P = .002) postoperatively. Changes in pannus severity occurred during the first 24 months after bariatric surgery; mean pannus severity remained unchanged beyond 24 months. CONCLUSIONS Severely obese adolescents who undergo bariatric surgery often present with an abdominal pannus at the time of surgery with associated symptoms. Higher preoperative pannus grade is associated with more pannus related symptoms after surgery. Counseling about need for body contouring surgery should be considered in this group.
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- S Christopher Derderian
- Department of Surgery, Children's Hospital Colorado, University of Colorado, Aurora, Colorado
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- Department of Surgery, Children's Hospital Colorado, University of Colorado, Aurora, Colorado
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- Department of Surgery, Children's Hospital Colorado, University of Colorado, Aurora, Colorado
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Phoenix Children's Hospital, Phoenix, Arizona
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- Department of Surgery, Children's Hospital Colorado, University of Colorado, Aurora, Colorado
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- Department of Surgery, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, Ohio
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- Department of Surgery, Nationwide Children's Hospital, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio
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- Department of Surgery, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, Ohio
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- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Science, Neuropsychiatric Research Institute, Fargo, North Dakota
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- Department of Surgery, Children's Hospital Colorado, University of Colorado, Aurora, Colorado.
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Fiori F, Ferrara F, Gobatti D, Gentile D, Stella M. Surgical treatment of diastasis recti: the importance of an overall view of the problem. Hernia 2020; 25:871-882. [PMID: 32564225 DOI: 10.1007/s10029-020-02252-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2020] [Accepted: 06/15/2020] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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PURPOSE Diastasis recti (DR) is characterized by an alteration of the linea alba with increased inter-recti distance (IRD). It is more frequent in females, and when symptomatic or associated with midline hernia it needs to be surgically repaired. This retrospective study aims to demonstrate how an overall approach to DR leads to good results in terms of functional and morphological outcomes and quality of life (QoL). METHODS From January 2018 to December 2019, 94 patients were operated for DR > 50 mm, with or without midline hernias. Three different surgical approaches were used: complete laparoabdominoplasty, laparominiabdominoplasty and minimally invasive (endoscopic) technique. QoL was assessed with the EuraHS-QoL tool. RESULTS All patients were female except two males. We performed 26 endoscopic treatments (27.7%), 39 laparoabdominoplasties (41.5%) and 29 laparominiabdominoplasties (umbilical float procedure) (30.9%). The total median operative time was 160 min. No intraoperative complications were registered. In three (4.2%) cases, major surgical complications occurred, all after open operations. In 13 open surgery cases, vacuum-assisted closure (VAC) therapy was used to repair the cutaneous ischemic defect. No recurrence was registered to date. Minimally invasive surgery showed fewer complications and lower hospital stay than the open approach. The QoL was significantly improved. CONCLUSION Our experience shows the importance of an overall view of the functional and cosmetic impairment created by DR. The surgeon should obtain an optimal repair of the function, by open or minimally invasive surgery, also considering the morphological aspects, which are very important for the patients in terms of QoL.
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- Federico Fiori
- Unit of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, ASST Santi Paolo e Carlo, San Carlo Borromeo Hospital, Via Pio II n.3, 20153, Milan, Italy
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- Unit of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, ASST Santi Paolo e Carlo, San Carlo Borromeo Hospital, Via Pio II n.3, 20153, Milan, Italy.
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- Unit of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, ASST Santi Paolo e Carlo, San Carlo Borromeo Hospital, Via Pio II n.3, 20153, Milan, Italy
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- Unit of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, ASST Santi Paolo e Carlo, San Carlo Borromeo Hospital, Via Pio II n.3, 20153, Milan, Italy
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- Unit of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, ASST Santi Paolo e Carlo, San Carlo Borromeo Hospital, Via Pio II n.3, 20153, Milan, Italy
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Wiser I, Plonski L, Shimon N, Friedman T, Heller L. Surgical Site Infection Risk Factor Analysis in Postbariatric Patients Undergoing Body Contouring Surgery: A Nested Case-Control Study. Ann Plast Surg 2020; 82:493-498. [PMID: 30950874 DOI: 10.1097/sap.0000000000001819] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND Surgical site infections (SSIs) following body-contouring plastic surgery pose a significant burden on patients and caregivers, possibly leading to undesired surgical outcomes. Surgical site infection incidence following body-contouring plastic surgery ranges from 2% to 7%, but is estimated much higher among postbariatric massive weight loss (MWL) patients. OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to evaluate SSI rate, risk and protective factors among postbariatric MWL patients following body-contouring plastic surgery. METHODS This was a nested case-control study of MWL patients who underwent body-contouring plastic surgery at the Department of Plastic Surgery at Assaf Harofeh Medical Center, between 2007 and 2014. Data were obtained from medical records. Surgical site infection was defined according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention criteria. Logistic regression was conducted to assess independent risk factors for SSIs. RESULTS From a cohort of 172 patients, 86 were included in the study. Surgical site infection rate was 20% (n = 17). Significant SSI risk factors included lifetime maximal weight and lifetime maximal body mass index (P = 0.039 and P = 0.002, respectively), body mass index loss prior to surgery (P = 0.032), estimated blood loss during surgery (P = 0.002), and gynecomastia repair procedure (P = 0.038). Independent SSI-associated factors included thigh lift procedure (odds ratio, 4.66; 95% confidence interval, 1.13-19.28) and preoperative antimicrobial prophylaxis (odds ratio, 0.04; 95% confidence interval, 0.03-0.61). CONCLUSIONS Although not required by current guidelines for body-contouring plastic surgery, preoperative antimicrobial prophylaxis in our study demonstrated a significant protective effect against SSIs. Further research may reveal its true contribution to SSI prevention in body-contouring plastic surgery.
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- From the Department of Plastic Surgery, Assaf Harofeh Medical Center, Zerifin, Affiliated to the Sackler Faculty of Medicine, and
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- From the Department of Plastic Surgery, Assaf Harofeh Medical Center, Zerifin, Affiliated to the Sackler Faculty of Medicine, and
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- From the Department of Plastic Surgery, Assaf Harofeh Medical Center, Zerifin, Affiliated to the Sackler Faculty of Medicine, and
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- From the Department of Plastic Surgery, Assaf Harofeh Medical Center, Zerifin, Affiliated to the Sackler Faculty of Medicine, and
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Hauck T, Schmitz M, Horch RE, Arkudas A, Boos AM, Cai A, Ludolph I. Operating on the Edge? Body Contouring Procedures in Patients with Body Mass Index Greater 35. Obes Surg 2020; 29:1563-1570. [PMID: 30617912 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-018-03697-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/30/2023]
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BACKGROUND Body contouring surgery after massive weight loss was shown to ameliorate the patient's quality of life and to enhance physical and psychological well-being. However, numerous patients are still obese when presenting for body contouring surgery, not able to lose additional weight for various reasons. Data regarding general feasibility, outcome, and postoperative complications in obese patients is rare. The aim of this study was to investigate the outcome in body contouring procedures in obese patients. METHODS A retrospective chart review of 65 cases in 42 patients was performed. Patients with a body mass index (BMI) > 35 kg/m2 at the time of operation were enrolled and all different types of body contouring surgery were included. Complications were classified as major (need for surgical intervention) and minor complications. RESULTS The median BMI of all patients was 38 kg/m2 (range 35.1-65.1 kg/m2). The majority of performed types of body contouring was abdominal body contouring (panniculectomy n = 27 (42%), abdominoplasty n = 12 (18%)). Complications occurred in 27 cases (41.5%). Twenty-one cases (32.3%) were classified as minor complications, six (9.2%) as major complications. The most common major complications were hematoma and wound dehiscence; the most common minor complication was seroma. CONCLUSION A reasonable risk for complications is well known in body contouring surgery especially in obese patients. It is imperative to discuss related risks and expected results. Taking several points into account concerning the perioperative management, reduction of major complications is possible even in still obese patients, making body contouring surgery a discussible option.
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- Theresa Hauck
- Department of Plastic and Hand Surgery, University Hospital of Erlangen, Friedrich-Alexander-University of Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Krankenhausstr. 12, 91054, Erlangen, Germany.
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- Department of Plastic and Hand Surgery, University Hospital of Erlangen, Friedrich-Alexander-University of Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Krankenhausstr. 12, 91054, Erlangen, Germany
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- Department of Plastic and Hand Surgery, University Hospital of Erlangen, Friedrich-Alexander-University of Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Krankenhausstr. 12, 91054, Erlangen, Germany
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- Department of Plastic and Hand Surgery, University Hospital of Erlangen, Friedrich-Alexander-University of Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Krankenhausstr. 12, 91054, Erlangen, Germany
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- Department of Plastic and Hand Surgery, University Hospital of Erlangen, Friedrich-Alexander-University of Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Krankenhausstr. 12, 91054, Erlangen, Germany.,Department of Plastic Surgery, Hand and Burn Surgery, University Hospital of Aachen, RWTH University of Aachen, Pauwelsstraße 30, 52074, Aachen, Germany
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- Department of Plastic and Hand Surgery, University Hospital of Erlangen, Friedrich-Alexander-University of Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Krankenhausstr. 12, 91054, Erlangen, Germany
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- Department of Plastic and Hand Surgery, University Hospital of Erlangen, Friedrich-Alexander-University of Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Krankenhausstr. 12, 91054, Erlangen, Germany
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Baglien B, Ngaage LM, Elegbede A, Gebran SG, Nam AJ, Niederhaus S, Scalea JR, Bromberg JS, Bartlett ST, Rasko YM. Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: Maximizing Surgical Intervention at the Time of Living Donor Renal Transplantation. Transplant Proc 2020; 52:731-736. [DOI: 10.1016/j.transproceed.2020.01.027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2019] [Accepted: 01/02/2020] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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Losco L, Roxo AC, Roxo CW, Lo Torto F, Bolletta A, de Sire A, Aksoyler D, Ribuffo D, Cigna E, Roxo CP. Lower Body Lift After Bariatric Surgery: 323 Consecutive Cases Over 10-Year Experience. Aesthetic Plast Surg 2020; 44:421-432. [PMID: 31748908 DOI: 10.1007/s00266-019-01543-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/09/2019] [Accepted: 11/02/2019] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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BACKGROUND Lower body lift is a widespread procedure for massive weight loss patients aimed to improve the contour of the lower trunk, gluteal region and proximal lower extremity. The data about complications are confusing, and there is a lack of uniform studies for massive weight loss patients. A simple formula to carry out a reliable procedure in a short time with a low complication rate should be advocated. METHODS This retrospective study analyzed data of 323 patients undergoing lower body lift after bariatric surgery over a 10-year period. Selection criteria, careful preoperative marking, reliable intra- and postoperative care and a few surgical tips are discussed. All the complications (both major and minor) and the aesthetic satisfaction were evaluated. Risk factors assessed were patient age, tobacco consumption, current BMI, operative time and combined surgery. RESULTS The overall complication rate was 42%. We recorded a lower rate of major complications and skin dehiscence; no infection and no skin necrosis were observed. The most frequent complication was seroma (35%). A complication development was straight related to age (p = 0.0177) and tobacco use (p = 0.0336). Patients' satisfaction about overall aesthetic was high. CONCLUSIONS We present our case load and describe an easy recipe to perform a safe surgery without undermining and liposuction in short operative times. The reasonable overall complication rate and the surprisingly lower rate of dehiscence and skin necrosis combined with a pleasant aesthetic result make the lower body lift an easy and safe procedure, when applied to the appropriate patient population. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE IV This journal requires that authors assign a level of evidence to each article. For a full description of these Evidence-Based Medicine ratings, please refer to the Table of Contents or the online Instructions to Authors www.springer.com/00266.
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- Luigi Losco
- Plastic Surgery Unit, Department of Translational Research and New Technologies in Medicine and Surgery, University of Pisa, Via Roma 67, 56125, Pisa, Italy.
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- Plastic Surgery Unit, Pedro Ernesto University Hospital, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Plastic Surgery Unit, Andaraì Federal Hospital, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Plastic Surgery Unit, Department of Surgery, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Plastic Surgery Unit, Department of Medical, Surgical and Experimental Sciences, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy
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- Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine, Department of Health Sciences, University of Eastern Piedmont, Novara, Italy
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- Department of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, China Medical University Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan
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- Plastic Surgery Unit, Department of Surgery, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Plastic Surgery Unit, Department of Translational Research and New Technologies in Medicine and Surgery, University of Pisa, Via Roma 67, 56125, Pisa, Italy
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- Plastic Surgery Unit, Andaraì Federal Hospital, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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A Cross-sectional Analysis of Insurance Coverage of Extremity Contouring After Massive Weight Loss. Ann Plast Surg 2020; 84:253-256. [DOI: 10.1097/sap.0000000000002150] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Cammarata MJ, Kantar RS, Rifkin WJ, Greenfield JA, Levine JP, Ceradini DJ. Advanced Age Is a Risk Factor for Complications Following Abdominal Panniculectomy. Obes Surg 2019; 29:426-433. [PMID: 30238217 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-018-3492-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND Widespread adoption of bariatric surgery in the treatment of obesity has led to greater numbers of patients seeking panniculectomy, including aged patients, who represent a rapidly growing proportion of the U.S population. Although the quality of life and functional benefits of abdominal panniculectomy have been established, its safety in patients 65 years and older has not been evaluated. METHODS The American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvements (ACS-NSQIP) database was used to identify patients undergoing panniculectomy between 2010 and 2015. Age 65 years and older was the risk factor of interest, and primary outcomes included 30-day wound complications, overall complications, reoperation, readmission, and mortality. Multivariate regression was performed to control for confounders. RESULTS Review of the database identified 7030 patients who underwent abdominal panniculectomy. When stratified by age, 6455 (91.8%) of patients were younger than 65, and 575 (8.2%) were 65 or older. Multivariate regression analysis demonstrated that age over 65 was a significant independent risk factor for wound complications (OR = 1.81; 95% CI 1.35-2.42; p < 0.001) and all complications (OR = 1.46; 95% CI 1.15-1.87; p = 0.002). BMI, smoking, diabetes, and partial or total dependence were also identified as significant independent risk factors for wound and all complications. CONCLUSION Our analysis demonstrates that advanced age is an independent risk factor for wound and overall complications following abdominal panniculectomy. These results highlight the importance of preoperative evaluation and optimization of modifiable preoperative risk factors as well as close postoperative follow-up for safe outcomes in patients 65 and older.
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- Michael J Cammarata
- Hansjörg Wyss Department of Plastic Surgery, New York University Langone Medical Center, 540 1st Avenue, Lab 2-3, New York, NY, 10016, USA
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- Hansjörg Wyss Department of Plastic Surgery, New York University Langone Medical Center, 540 1st Avenue, Lab 2-3, New York, NY, 10016, USA
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- Hansjörg Wyss Department of Plastic Surgery, New York University Langone Medical Center, 540 1st Avenue, Lab 2-3, New York, NY, 10016, USA
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- Hansjörg Wyss Department of Plastic Surgery, New York University Langone Medical Center, 540 1st Avenue, Lab 2-3, New York, NY, 10016, USA
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- Hansjörg Wyss Department of Plastic Surgery, New York University Langone Medical Center, 540 1st Avenue, Lab 2-3, New York, NY, 10016, USA
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- Hansjörg Wyss Department of Plastic Surgery, New York University Langone Medical Center, 540 1st Avenue, Lab 2-3, New York, NY, 10016, USA.
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Romano L, Zoccali G, Orsini G, Giuliani M. Reducing complications in post-bariatric plastic surgery: our experience and literature review. ACTA BIO-MEDICA : ATENEI PARMENSIS 2019; 90:475-481. [PMID: 31910172 PMCID: PMC7233755 DOI: 10.23750/abm.v90i4.7405] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/07/2018] [Accepted: 09/04/2019] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Background: With the rise in obesity, there has been a similar increase in bariatric surgery. This resulted in numerous patients losing significant weight with accompanying circumferential body contouring issues. This has led to an amazing increase in the number of body contouring procedures performed. Methods: The aim of this work is to revise the cases of body contouring in 78 ex-obese patients who underwent body contouring surgery in the Department of Health Life and Environmental Sciences – Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Section, from 2007 to 2016. Results: The authors have noticed a deep relationship between adverse events and cigarette smoking and with pre-operative BMI. Regardless of these variables, the authors focused on the protocol for the management of patients, which required a collaboration between medical and nursing staff. Conclusions: Ex-obese patients have an important risk for complications, but the comparison of our personal data with those of the international literature confirms the efficacy of our management protocol with regard to the prevention of complications. (www.actabiomedica.it)
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Seal F, MacDonald I, de Gara C, Lesniak D. Abdominal Panniculectomy After Bariatric Surgery: An Unmet Need in the Bariatric Population. Bariatr Surg Pract Patient Care 2019. [DOI: 10.1089/bari.2019.0015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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- Francesca Seal
- Department of Surgery, 2D2.02 Walter Mackenzie Center, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, 2D2.02 Walter Mackenzie Center, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, 2D2.02 Walter Mackenzie Center, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, 2D2.02 Walter Mackenzie Center, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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Schlosshauer T, Kiehlmann M, Riener MO, Sader R, Rieger UM. Comparative analysis on the effect of low-thermal plasma dissection device (PEAK PlasmaBlade) vs conventional electrosurgery in post-bariatric abdominoplasty: A retrospective randomised clinical study. Int Wound J 2019; 16:1494-1502. [PMID: 31531963 DOI: 10.1111/iwj.13221] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2019] [Accepted: 08/23/2019] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Post-bariatric patients undergoing abdominoplasty have a relatively high risk of complications due to residual obesity and major comorbidities. Also, conventional electrosurgery and the associated thermal tissue damage may compromise outcomes. This retrospective randomised clinical study evaluated the effect of low-thermal plasma dissection device (PEAK [pulsed electron avalanche knife] PlasmaBlade) in comparison with conventional electrosurgery. A total of 52 post-bariatric patients undergoing abdominoplasty were randomised to PEAK PlasmaBlade (n = 26) and to monopolar electrosurgery (n = 26). Wounds of 20 patients per group were examined histologically for acute thermal injury depth. In PEAK PlasmaBlade incisions, acute thermal damage was significantly reduced compared with standard of care (40% vs 75%; P = .035). Also, acute thermal injury depth from PEAK PlasmaBlade was less than that from electrosurgery (2780 μm vs 4090 μm). Significantly less total complication rate (30.8% vs 69.2%; P = .012) was found by PEAK PlasmaBlade compared with electrosurgery. Moreover, the PEAK PlasmaBlade showed less than half as many wound healing problems (19.2% vs 46.2%; P = .075), far fewer secondary bleeding (7.7% vs 30.8%; P = .075), and no seroma compared with four seroma with the standard of care (0% vs 15.4%; P = .11). PEAK PlasmaBlade appears to be superior to traditional monopolar electrosurgery for post-bariatric abdominoplasty, because it demonstrated significantly less tissue damage, less total complication rate, and fewer postoperative seroma resulting in faster wound healing.
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- Torsten Schlosshauer
- Department of Plastic and Aesthetic, Reconstructive and Hand Surgery, AGAPLESION Markus Hospital, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Department of Plastic and Aesthetic, Reconstructive and Hand Surgery, AGAPLESION Markus Hospital, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- OptiPath, Institute of Pathology, Frankfurt am Main, Germany.,Institute of Pathology, University Hospital Erlangen-Nuremberg, Erlangen, Germany
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- Department for Oral, Cranio-Maxillofacial and Facial Plastic Surgery, Medical Center of the Goethe University Frankfurt, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Plastic and Aesthetic, Reconstructive and Hand Surgery, AGAPLESION Markus Hospital, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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Rice I, Peters J, Rice L, Jan YK. Influence of wheelchair user interface and personal characteristics on static and dynamic pretibial skin pressures in elite wheelchair racers, a pilot study. J Spinal Cord Med 2019; 42:613-621. [PMID: 30129885 PMCID: PMC6758617 DOI: 10.1080/10790268.2018.1508954] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/28/2023] Open
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Context/objective: To examine personal (athletic classification, age, sex, body mass index, duration of disability, tactile sensation of lower extremities) and wheelchair (kneeling plate angle) factors associated with increased pretibial skin pressures in elite wheelchair racers. Design: Cross-sectional study. Setting: University-based laboratory in Champaign, USA. Participants: A convenience sample of elite wheelchair races with traumatic spinal cord injury and spinal disease were recruited for participation. Interventions: Interface pressure mapping was used to examine athletes' average and peak pretibial skin pressures in their own racing wheelchairs during static and dynamic (propulsive) conditions on a dynamometer. Outcome measures: The study examined associations between personal and wheelchair factors and pressure, differences in pressure between static and dynamic conditions, and the influence of athletic classification (T53 vs. T54) on kneeling plate angle preference and skin pressure magnitudes. Results: Increased kneeling plate angle was moderately associated with dynamic pressures. T53 athletes utilized more vertical kneeling angles and experienced larger average and peak pressures during propulsion. Duration of disability was negatively associated with all measures of pressure. Overall, mean dynamic peak pressure was significantly greater than mean static peak pressure. Conclusion: This pilot study represents a first step in understanding the influence of user interface on potentially injurious skin pressures in wheelchair racers. Vertical kneeling plate configurations were associated with increased pressures while increased years with disability was associated with lower pretibial pressures. In addition, T53 athletes with less trunk function may be at a greater risk for experiencing larger interface pressures than T54 athletes.
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- Department of Kinesiology and Community Health, College of Applied Health Sciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Illinois, USA
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- Department of Kinesiology and Community Health, College of Applied Health Sciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Illinois, USA
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- Department of Kinesiology and Community Health, College of Applied Health Sciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Illinois, USA
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- Department of Kinesiology and Community Health, College of Applied Health Sciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Illinois, USA
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Lymphostasis and Hemostasis in Body-Contouring Surgery Using a Polysaccharide Based Hemostat (4DryField PH). PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY-GLOBAL OPEN 2019; 7:e2128. [PMID: 31044110 PMCID: PMC6467625 DOI: 10.1097/gox.0000000000002128] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2018] [Accepted: 12/12/2018] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Background: Following liposuction, abdominoplasty is the most frequent body-contouring intervention in the world. The transection of small blood vessels in large areas and subsequent bleeding is a viable risk during this procedure. The resulting microvascular bleedings should be stopped thoroughly to reduce the probability of related complications. In this prospective, monocentric, randomized study, the efficacy of the polysaccharide-based hemostat 4DryField PH (4DF) (PlanTec Medical, Lueneburg, Germany) is examined in classic abdominoplasty and lower body lift after Lockwood. Methods: For this prospective, monocentric, randomized study, 40 patients underwent surgery for both interventions. Twenty patients received an abdominoplasty, and 20 patients underwent a body lift. In each group, 10 patients have been treated with 4DF, whereas 10 have been served as the untreated control group. Results: 4DF had neither a beneficial nor a negative effect on necessity of drainages, drainage volume and duration, length of hospital stay or frequency of postoperative seromas, wound healing disturbances, and infections, independent of surgical intervention. Patients in the 4DF group, however, had more individual risk factors, and required extended surgical interventions that might mask primary outcome results. Conclusions: This is the first prospective, monocentric, randomized study on 4DF in body-contouring surgery. The use of 4DF did not lead to a better postoperative outcome regarding hemostasis and lymphostasis. Potential benefits need further evaluation in high-volume studies.
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Bertheuil N, Mocquard C, Pluvy I, Watier E, Bergeat D. Risk Factors for Postoperative Complications After Abdominal Panniculectomy and the Contribution of Plastic Surgeons on Reconstruction Following Massive Weight Loss. Obes Surg 2019; 29:1659-1660. [DOI: 10.1007/s11695-019-03807-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Malyar M, Peymani A, Johnson AR, Chen AD, Van Der Hulst RRWJ, Lin SJ. The Impact of Resident Postgraduate Year Involvement in Body-Contouring and Breast Reduction Procedures. Ann Plast Surg 2019; 82:310-315. [DOI: 10.1097/sap.0000000000001714] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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Bertheuil N, Mocquard C, Kerfant N, Bergeat D. The Assessment of a Predictive Risk and a Decrease Postoperative Complication Following Body-Contouring Surgery After Massive Weight Loss. Obes Surg 2019; 29:1644-1646. [PMID: 30701388 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-019-03742-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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- Nicolas Bertheuil
- Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, Hospital Sud, University of Rennes 1, 16 Boulevard de Bulgarie, 35200, Rennes, France. .,INSERM U1236, University of Rennes 1, Rennes, France. .,SITI Laboratory, Etablissement Français du Sang Bretagne, Rennes University Hospital, Rennes, France.
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- Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, Hospital Sud, University of Rennes 1, 16 Boulevard de Bulgarie, 35200, Rennes, France
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- Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, CHU Brest, Brest, France
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- Department of Hepatobiliary and Digestive Surgery, University of Rennes 1, Rennes, France
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Rosa SC, Macedo JLSD, Canedo LR, Casulari LA. Quality of life and predictive factors for complications in patients undergoing abdominoplasty after gastric bypass: A retrospective cohort. Surg Obes Relat Dis 2019; 15:447-455. [PMID: 30718107 DOI: 10.1016/j.soard.2018.12.034] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/11/2018] [Revised: 12/04/2018] [Accepted: 12/20/2018] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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BACKGROUND Obesity is a major health risk factor associated with medical complications, such as cardiovascular disease, that may compromise outcomes. Furthermore, obesity may lead to difficulties in daily life, altering the quality of life and generating psychological disorders such as devalued self-image and depression. OBJECTIVES This study evaluated the quality of life and predictive factors of postoperative complications in patients who underwent abdominoplasty after Roux-en-Y gastric bypass. SETTING Bariatric and postbariatric center, North Wing Regional Hospital, Brasília, Brazil. METHODS Data were analyzed from a prospective registry of postbariatric patients who underwent abdominoplasty from January 2011 to December 2016. Variables examined included age, sex, body mass index (BMI), complications, and comorbidities. Multivariate analyses were performed to assess outcome measures. The quality-of-life assessment was measured with the Moorehead-Ardelt quality-of-life questionnaire. RESULTS One hundred and seven postbariatric patients were included. The mean age of the patients was 41 years. BMI at the time of abdominoplasty (current BMI) was 27.6 ± 3.7 kg/m2, and the average weight loss before abdominoplasty was 47.7 ± 17.3 kg. Pre-weight loss BMI (max BMI) was 45.5 ± 7.6 kg/m2, and ∆BMI was 18.6 ± 9.3 kg/m2. The overall rate of complications was 23.4%. Among the studied factors in the multivariate analysis, amount of removed tissue in the abdomen >2000 g, ∆BMI >20 kg/m2, and age >40 years significantly increased the rates of postoperative complications. In our study, abdominoplasty improved the quality of life of patients (mean quality-of-life scores, 2.1 ± 0.9). CONCLUSION The amount of removed tissue in the abdomen, ∆BMI >20 kg/m2, and age >40 years led to significantly more complications in patients undergoing abdominoplasty after gastroplasty. In addition, this study demonstrated that abdominoplasty should be proposed to patients with massive weight loss to improve quality of life.
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- Simone Corrêa Rosa
- University of Brasília, Brasília, DF, Brazil; Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Asa Norte Regional Hospital, Brasília, DF, Brazil
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Capla J, Shikowitz-Behr L. Patient Evaluation and Surgical Staging. Clin Plast Surg 2018; 46:9-14. [PMID: 30447833 DOI: 10.1016/j.cps.2018.08.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Comprehensive evaluation of the massive-weight-loss patient is a key factor to minimize complications while optimizing surgical outcomes. Special attention is given to medical and weight loss history, nutritional status, and physical examination. Massive-weight-loss patients often present with multiple areas of concern and therefore benefit from staged procedures. Staging requires knowledge on how the tissues are affected by each procedure and an understanding of the patient's priorities and goals.
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, Lenox Hill Hospital, Northwell Health System, 125 East 63rd Street, New York, NY 10065, USA.
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, Lenox Hill Hospital, Northwell Health System, 48 Chestnut Hill, Roslyn, NY 11576, USA
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Body contouring after weight loss is becoming more prevalent. An appropriate systematic approach that starts from the first consultation needs to focus on residual comorbidities and weight of the patient. A thorough discussion about potential outcomes manages expectations. Preoperative optimization with smoking, herbal cessation, and nutritional assessment is mandatory. Planned staged approach minimizes lengthy procedures associated with increased postoperative morbidity. In the operating room, appropriate ambient temperature, positioning of the patient, and continuous discussion between surgeon and anesthesiologist prevent further complications. Careful transition to postoperative care with early ambulation and use of compressive garments add to an approach to minimize postoperative complications.
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Johns Hopkins University, 601 North Caroline street, Baltimore, MD 21287, USA
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Johns Hopkins University, 601 North Caroline street, Baltimore, MD 21287, USA.
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Safety and Utility of the Drainless Abdominoplasty in the Post-Bariatric Surgery Patient. Ann Plast Surg 2018; 80:96-99. [PMID: 29319578 DOI: 10.1097/sap.0000000000001291] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Surgical drains are used in abdominoplasty patients to combat wound closure disruption by hematoma or seroma formation. Several recent publications have described techniques that allow abdominoplasty to be performed safely without the need for surgical drains. This has not, however, been described in the case of the bariatric patient, who is often considered to be of higher postoperative complication risk. Here, we describe our experience of the drainless abdominoplasty in patients who have undergone massive weight loss (MWL) after a bariatric procedure. METHODS A retrospective review was conducted of 172 patients who had undergone drainless abdominoplasty using the progressive tension suture technique from 2011 to 2014. Thirty-five patients who had undergone MWL after bariatric surgery were assigned to group A. One hundred thirty-seven patients who had not undergone MWL with no history of bariatric surgery were assigned to group B. Demographics, intraoperative outcomes, and postoperative outcomes were compared. RESULTS Patients in group A were older (mean age, 48.7 vs 42.7 years; P = 0.003) and had a higher body mass index (26.6 vs 24.6 kg/m, P = 0.01), a significantly larger tissue resection (2379 vs 1228 g, P = 0.0001), and a higher estimated blood loss (100 vs 120 mL, P = 0.049). There was also a significant group-to-group difference in the American Society of Anesthesiologists Physical Status Classification distribution, with a higher percentage of MWL patients having higher scores. Despite these differences, group A did not have a statistically higher incidence of complications. There was no statistically significant difference in the rate of seroma formation (11% vs 2%, P = 0.055), wound infection (2.9% vs 4.4%, P = 0.68), wound dehiscence (8.6% vs 8.0%, P = 0.91), meralgia paresthetica (2.8% vs 1.5%, P = 0.51), or rate of reoperation (11.4% vs 13.9%, P = 0.7) between the 2 groups. CONCLUSION Despite post-bariatric surgery patients being considered higher risk for postoperative complications, drainless abdominoplasty can be safely offered to this population by using a progressive tension suture technique.
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What Is the Impact of Comorbidities on the Risk for Postoperative Body-Contouring Surgery Complications in Postbariatric Patients? Obes Surg 2018; 29:552-559. [PMID: 30367325 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-018-3554-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND There is an increasing number of patients presenting after massive weight loss for plastic surgery, and many of these patients have residual diseases that may compromise outcomes. This study aims to evaluate the impact of comorbidities on the development of postoperative complications in postbariatric patients undergoing plastic surgery procedures at the Federal District North Wing Regional Hospital, Brasília, Brazil. METHODS Descriptive, analytical, and prospective study was performed on patients who underwent plastic surgery following RYGB from January 2011 to December 2016. Measures included BMI (body mass index) before RYGB and before plastic surgery, medical complications and comorbidities. RESULTS One hundred thirty-nine patients (130 female, 9 male) with a mean age of 41 years underwent 233 separate operations. The average BMI at the time of plastic surgery was 27.44 kg/m2. The average weight loss was 47.02 kg, and the mean pre-weight-loss BMI (max BMI) was 45.17 kg/m2. The most important pre-plastic comorbidities were arterial hypertension (11.5%), degenerative arthropathy (5.4%), diabetes mellitus (5.0%), and metabolic syndrome (4.3%). Of the 139 patients operated upon, 76.97% underwent abdominoplasty followed by mammoplasty (42.46%). The overall rate of complications was 26.65%. Initially, on univariate regression analyses, comorbidities influenced the development of postoperative complications. However, after multiple logistic regression, the most important comorbidities failed to predict an increased risk of complications. CONCLUSION In this group of patients, with these anthropometric and clinical profiles, the most important comorbidities (diabetes, arterial hypertension, and metabolic syndrome) failed to influence the incidence of postoperative complications in postbariatric patients after plastic surgery.
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ROSA SIMONECORRÊA, MACEDO JEFFERSONLESSASOARESDE, CASULARI LUIZAUGUSTO, CANEDO LUCASRIBEIRO, MARQUES JOÃOVITORALMEIDA. Anthropometric and clinical profiles of post-bariatric patients submitted to procedures in plastic surgery. Rev Col Bras Cir 2018; 45:e1613. [DOI: 10.1590/0100-6991e-20181613] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/20/2017] [Accepted: 01/04/2018] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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ABSTRACT Objective: to evaluate the profile of patients submitted to post-bariatric plastic surgery at the North Wing Regional Hospital, Brasília, DF. Methods: we conducted a prospective, descriptive and analytical study of patients submitted to Roux-en-Y gastroplasty, and subsequently to plastic surgery, from January 2011 to December 2016. We assessed body mass index before gastroplasty and after surgery plastic surgery, postoperative complications and comorbidities. Results: we studied 139 patients (130 women and nine men), with a mean age of 41 years, who underwent 233 operations. The mean BMI at the time of plastic surgery was 27.44kg/m2. The mean weight loss was 47.02kg and the mean maximum BMI was 45.17kg/m2. The mean time between bariatric surgery and plastic surgery was 42 months. The most important co-morbidities before plastic surgery were arterial hypertension (11.5%), arthropathy (5.4%), diabetes mellitus (5%) and metabolic syndrome (4.3%) (p<0.01). Of the 139 patients operated on, 76.97% underwent abdominoplasty followed by mammoplasty (42.46%), rhytidoplasty (17.27%) and brachioplasty (13.67%). Fourteen (13.08%) patients underwent herniorrhaphy combined with abdominoplasty. We performed anchor abdominoplasty in 19.42%. The rate of postoperative complications was 26.65%. Conclusion: the epidemiological profile of post-bariatric patients who underwent plastic surgery was similar to that reported in the literature, except for the low rate of associated surgeries and postoperative complications. Plastic surgery in post-bariatric patients has led to an improvement in the quality of life in most of these patients.
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Panniculectomy after bariatric surgical weight loss: Analysis of complications and modifiable risk factors. Am J Surg 2018; 215:887-890. [PMID: 29439774 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2018.02.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2017] [Revised: 02/05/2018] [Accepted: 02/05/2018] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Bariatric surgery results in massive weight loss, leaving many patients with redundant skin that can cause significant physical and psychosocial limitations. We sought to identify variables associated with postoperative complications and adjuncts associated with the mitigation of postoperative complications. METHODS A retrospective review was performed of all post-bariatric surgery patients who underwent panniculectomy over a 10-year period. RESULTS Total 706 patients included. Overall complication rate was 56%: dehiscence (24%), surgical site infection (22%), seroma (18%), and post-operative bleeding (5%). Return to operating room rate was 12%. Significant factors were: BMI >26 (p < 0.01), fleur-de-lis panniculectomy (p < 0.01), concomitant hernia repair (p < 0.01). Multivariate regression analysis demonstrated ASA class >2 (OR 1.97, p < 0.05) and incision type (OR 1.64, p < 0.05) to be independent predictors of morbidity. CONCLUSION High morbidity for post-bariatric panniculectomy is primarily local wound complications. Potentially modifiable factors that increase the complication risk profile include higher BMI, higher ASA class, and the use of fleur-de-lis incision.
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AlQattan HT, Mundra LS, Rubio GA, Thaller SR. Abdominal Contouring Outcomes in Class III Obesity: Analysis of the ACS-NSQIP Database. Aesthetic Plast Surg 2018; 42:13-20. [PMID: 29026962 DOI: 10.1007/s00266-017-0976-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/06/2017] [Accepted: 09/12/2017] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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BACKGROUND Obesity may increase the risk of complications following abdominal contouring. The aim of this study is to evaluate panniculectomy outcomes in patients with class III obesity (BMI > 40 kg/m2). METHODS The American College of Surgeon's National Surgical Quality Improvement Program ACS-NSQIP (2010-2014) was used to identify patients who underwent panniculectomy. Class III obesity patients were identified. Demographics, comorbidities and postoperative outcomes were evaluated. Risk-adjusted multivariate logistic regression analyses were performed to assess impact of class III obesity on panniculectomy outcomes. RESULTS A total of 4497 panniculectomies were identified. Of these, 545 (12.1%) were performed in patients with class III obesity. This group was older (mean age 50.3 vs. 45.9, p < 0.01) with a higher proportion of men (23.4 vs. 12.4%, p < 0.01). Class III obesity group also had higher rates of comorbidities (p < 0.01). Postoperatively, class III obesity patients experienced much higher rates of wound complications (17.8 vs. 6.8%), sepsis (3.3 vs. 0.8%), venous thromboembolism (1.5 vs. 0.7%) and medical complications (6.4 vs. 1.8%), p < 0.05. Additionally, this group had higher rates of unplanned reoperation (9.2 vs. 3.7%) and 30-day readmissions (3.5 vs. 1.0%), p < 0.01. On risk-adjusted multivariate regression analyses, class III obesity was independently associated with increased risk of wound complications (OR 2.22, p < 0.01), sepsis (OR 3.53, p < 0.01), medical adverse events (OR 1.98, p < 0.05), unplanned reoperation (OR 1.62, p < 0.05) and 30-day readmission (OR 2.30, p < 0.05). CONCLUSION Class III obesity patients are at significantly increased risk of adverse outcomes following abdominal contouring. Plastic surgeons should consider these risks for counseling and preoperative risk optimization. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE IV This journal requires that authors assign a level of evidence to each article. For a full description of these Evidence-Based Medicine ratings, please refer to the Table of Contents or the online Instructions to Authors www.springer.com/00266 .
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- Husain T AlQattan
- DeWitt Daughtry Family Department of Surgery, University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA
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- University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA
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- DeWitt Daughtry Family Department of Surgery, University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA
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- Division of Plastic, Aesthetic, and Reconstructive Surgery, DeWitt Daughtry Family Department of Surgery, University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine, Clinical Research Building (CRB), 1120 N.W. 14th Street, Room 410, Miami, FL, 33136, USA.
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