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Visual disfigurement and depression.

Sharon M Valente1

  • 1Nursing Research and Education, Department of Veterans Affairs, Los Angeles, California, USA. Sharon.valente@med.va.gov

Plastic Surgical Nursing : Official Journal of the American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgical Nurses
|January 6, 2005
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Facial disfigurement affects many, often leading to depressive symptoms. Nurses play a crucial role in identifying and supporting patients with depression, facilitating timely treatment and improving outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Psychiatry
  • Nursing

Background:

  • Facial disfigurement impacts 10% of the population, affecting quality of life.
  • Depressive symptoms are common in individuals with disfigurement, medical conditions, and those undergoing plastic surgery.
  • Depression is a costly, often untreated disorder associated with increased healthcare utilization.

Observation:

  • Individuals with facial disfigurement frequently experience depressive symptoms.
  • Depression is prevalent in patients with medical diseases and those seeking plastic surgery.
  • Nurses are vital in screening, detecting, and managing depression in patients.

Findings:

  • Depression is linked to higher healthcare costs, longer hospital stays, and readmission rates.

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  • Psychotherapy, antidepressants, and social support are effective treatments for major depression.
  • Early identification of depressive symptoms by nurses enables prompt intervention and referrals.

    • Implications:

    • Nurses can significantly impact patient outcomes by integrating depression screening into care.
    • Addressing depression in patients with facial disfigurement can improve their overall well-being and reduce healthcare burdens.
    • Enhanced nursing education and protocols for depression management are essential in specialty practices.