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Problems reported by people who request cosmetic surgery.

A Klassen1

  • 1Faculty of Medicine, University of British Columbia, Canada.

Plastic Surgical Nursing : Official Journal of the American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgical Nurses
|May 25, 2002
PubMed
Summary

Patients seeking cosmetic surgery reported significant life impacts. Their concerns span multiple life domains, highlighting the broad effects of perceived aesthetic concerns.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Quality of Life Studies

Background:

  • Patient-reported outcomes are crucial in understanding the impact of medical interventions.
  • Cosmetic surgery addresses concerns related to physical appearance, potentially affecting various life aspects.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the specific life domains and activities most affected by conditions or features prompting cosmetic surgery.
  • To identify the range of problems experienced by individuals seeking cosmetic surgery.

Main Methods:

  • A questionnaire was administered to a sample of cosmetic surgery patients.
  • Patients were asked to list the five most important life areas or activities impacted by their condition or feature.

Main Results:

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  • Patient responses revealed a wide spectrum of life areas affected by their concerns.
  • The findings underscore that individuals seeking cosmetic surgery face diverse challenges across their lives.

Conclusions:

  • The decision to undergo cosmetic surgery is influenced by a broad array of life disruptions.
  • Understanding these patient-reported impacts is essential for comprehensive care in cosmetic surgery.