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Abdulaziz K Alhujayri1,2, Loujain A Alyousef2,3, Sawsan A Alharthi2,3

  • 1Plastic Surgery Division, Department of Surgery, Ministry of National Guard - Health Affairs, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Global Open
|July 8, 2021
PubMed

Insights

During the COVID-19 pandemic, most Saudis maintained their views on cosmetic surgery. Fear of virus contraction influenced decisions for some, highlighting varied perceptions of aesthetic procedures during health crises.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Aesthetics
  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted elective medical procedures, including cosmetic interventions.
  • Understanding public perception of cosmetic surgery during global health crises is crucial for healthcare planning.
  • The study addresses the impact of the pandemic on cosmetic procedure perceptions in Saudi Arabia.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate Saudi population perceptions regarding undergoing cosmetic surgery amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • To identify factors influencing decisions about cosmetic procedures during the pandemic.

Main Methods:

  • An online survey was administered to Saudi individuals aged 18-60 with social media access.
  • The survey comprised questions on general cosmetic procedures and pandemic-specific considerations.
  • Data from 563 respondents were analyzed to understand perceptions and behaviors.

Main Results:

  • 27.4% considered cosmetic procedures during the pandemic, but only 11.9% underwent them.
  • The majority (86%) reported no change in their decision to have cosmetic surgery due to the pandemic.
  • Fear of contracting COVID-19 was cited by 49.7% as a reason for not undergoing procedures.

Conclusions:

  • Significant variations exist in Saudi perceptions and engagement with cosmetic procedures during the pandemic.
  • Further research is necessary to understand pandemic effects on aesthetic practices.
  • Developing safe protocols for elective procedures during health crises is essential.
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