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Psychological issues in patient outcomes.

David B Sarwer1, Canice E Crerand

  • 1Department of Psychiatry, The University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, The Edwin and Fannie Gray Hall Center for Human Appearance, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA.

Facial Plastic Surgery : FPS
|June 14, 2002
PubMed
Summary

Facial plastic surgery patients often experience psychological challenges before and after procedures. Surgeons should be aware of conditions like body dysmorphic disorder and posttraumatic stress disorder.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Psychiatry

Background:

  • Facial plastic surgery is increasingly common.
  • Patients undergoing these procedures may have unique psychological profiles.
  • Understanding these psychological aspects is crucial for patient care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an overview of the psychological issues faced by facial plastic surgery patients.
  • To review preoperative and postoperative psychological characteristics.
  • To discuss specific patient groups and related psychiatric conditions.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies on psychological characteristics.
  • Analysis of research on postoperative psychological changes.
  • Discussion of specific patient populations (adolescents, males) and conditions.

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Main Results:

  • Preoperative psychological traits of cosmetic surgery patients have been researched.
  • Postoperative psychological status changes are documented in studies.
  • Psychosocial challenges are common, especially for those with craniofacial anomalies or injuries.

Conclusions:

  • Facial plastic surgeons must consider the psychological well-being of their patients.
  • Body dysmorphic disorder and posttraumatic stress disorder are relevant psychiatric conditions.
  • Awareness of these issues can improve surgical outcomes and patient satisfaction.