BACKGROUND The authors evaluated body image attitudes in post-obese persons following bariatric surgery who require cosmetic and body contouring operations. METHODS We studied 20 morbidly obese women prior to biliopancreatic diversion (BPD) (OB group), 20 post-obese women at >2 years following BPD (POST group), 10 post-obese women following BPD who required cosmetic procedures (POST-A group),...

Massive weight loss (MWL) patients have unique and severe gluteal deformities that demand alternative body contouring solutions because they are rarely candidates for gluteal implants. Techniques for autologous gluteal augmentation (AGA) with circumferential body lift (CBL) are offered as a solution to this problem. Experience with these techniques will allow surgeons to extend AGA to other aes...

In recent years, a number of modalities have become available for the noninvasive reduction of adipose tissue, including cryolipolysis, radiofrequency, low-level laser, and high-intensity focused ultrasound. Each technology employs a different mechanism of action to cause apoptosis or necrosis of the targeted adipocytes. Among these technologies, cryolipolysis has not only been commercially ava...

INTRODUCTION: Global demand for postmassive weight loss (MWL) body contouring surgery is increasing. Recent literature has cited an especially dramatic increase in brachioplasty in the United States, from 338 procedures in 2000 to 17,099 in 2015. New challenges are emerging, some without clear solutions. Here we describe our series of arm band deformities not yet been described in the literature.

SUMMARY Patients with a history of massive weight loss have compromised and poor-quality skin and fascia. Various body contouring surgeries aim to improve appearance and shape of the trunk and restore fascial integrity. These patients may be at increased risk of recurrent fascial laxity or bulges after conventional techniques. Here, the author presents a case where a silk-based bioresorbable sc...

INTRODUCTION: Global demand for postmassive weight loss (MWL) body contouring surgery is increasing. Recent literature has cited an especially dramatic increase in brachioplasty in the United States, from 338 procedures in 2000 to 17,099 in 2015. New challenges are emerging, some without clear solutions. Here we describe our series of arm band deformities not yet been described in the literature.

BACKGROUND Malpractice claims affect the cost and quality of health care. OBJECTIVE In this study, the authors examine legal litigation following body contouring surgery and identify factors influencing malpractice litigation outcomes. METHODS The Westlaw legal database was searched for jury verdict and settlement reports related to body contouring procedures and medical malpractice. Cases ...