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Obesity increases osteoarticular risks, particularly for Achilles and plantar fascia issues manageable by arthroscopy. Postoperative complications were similar to non-obese patients, with comparable subjective outcomes.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics
  • Public Health
  • Sports Medicine

Background:

  • Obesity is a growing global public health concern with rising incidence.
  • Beyond metabolic and oncological risks, obesity poses significant osteoarticular challenges.
  • This study specifically examines arthroscopic treatment outcomes for obesity-related musculoskeletal conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between obesity and osteoarticular pathologies treatable by arthroscopy.
  • To analyze the results and complications of arthroscopic procedures in obese patients.
  • To compare outcomes in obese versus non-obese individuals undergoing arthroscopy.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic literature review of studies on obesity and arthroscopic surgery.
  • Analysis of incidence trends for specific osteoarticular conditions in obese populations.
  • Evaluation of postoperative complications and subjective patient outcomes.

Main Results:

  • Obesity was not significantly linked to increased meniscal, ligamentous, rotator cuff, or elbow tendon pathologies.
  • A significant increase in Achilles tendon and plantar aponeurosis pathologies was observed in obese individuals.
  • Elevated thromboembolic risk was noted post-arthroscopy in obese patients, but arthroscopy-specific complications were not significantly higher.

Conclusions:

  • Obesity presents a specific risk for Achilles and plantar fascia pathologies requiring arthroscopic intervention.
  • While thromboembolic risk is elevated, arthroscopic procedures in obese patients yield comparable subjective results to non-obese patients.
  • Further research is warranted to optimize arthroscopic management strategies for obese patients with specific lower extremity tendon pathologies.