ArticleAesthetic plastic surgery2026
Safety and Efficacy of Combining Multiple Body-Contouring Procedures in Massive-Weight-Loss Patients: A Retrospective Multicenter Study.
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Abstract
introductionSignificant weight loss often results in severe deformities affecting multiple body regions, negatively impacting patients' social and personal lives. Many massive-weight-loss patients (MWLP) seek treatment for multiple anatomical areas. Combining procedures in a single surgical session offers perceived benefits such as a single recovery period, reduced costs, and faster patient satisfaction. However, the associated risks and reliability require further evaluation. This study compares the safety and reliability of combined body-contouring procedures versus single procedures performed in a staged approach. PATIENTS AND
methodsA retrospective study was conducted on 1182 MWLP patients undergoing body-contouring surgery. Patients were divided into four groups: Group A (single procedure, 389 patients), Group B (two procedures, 312 patients), Group C (three procedures, 272 patients), and Group D (four procedures, 209 patients). Medical records were reviewed for complications and patient satisfaction (BODY-Q).
resultsA total of 2665 procedures were performed with follow-up ranging from 12 to 34 months (mean 14.2 months). Overall complication rates were 3.6% in Group A, 5.1% in Group B, 20.2% in Group C, and 22.4% in Group D. Complication rates were similar between Groups A and B but significantly higher in Groups C and D, predominantly due to wound dehiscence. Major complications such as transfusions were significantly increased in Groups C (2.9%) and D (3.3%). Longer operative times and increased hospital stays were observed in Groups C and D, although drain durations were comparable across groups. Notably, despite the higher complication rate, patients in Group D reported the highest satisfaction scores on the BODY-Q questionnaire, with overall satisfaction increasing alongside the number of combined procedures.
conclusionCombining body-contouring procedures in MWLP patients is safe and effective, especially for the combination of two procedures, when rigorous inclusion criteria (well-optimized MWLP with BMI ≤ 30 kg/m 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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