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Barriers and Factors Influencing Cosmetic Surgery Desire Among Saudi College Students: A Cross-sectional Study on
Amr Y Arkoubi1, Faris Aldaghri1, Sajad A Salati2
1From the Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, Imam Muhammad Ibn Saud Islamic University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Background:
Plastic surgery is a constantly evolving field that is poorly understood by a major section of the populace. Despite a growth in cosmetic operations in Saudi Arabia, expertise is lacking. The study examines college students' perceptions of cosmetic surgery and the factors that influence their interest in it.
Methods:
A cross-sectional study was done in Riyadh in January and March 2023, using an online self-administered questionnaire for college students. Students' views and motivations for considering or avoiding cosmetic surgery were assessed in the poll.
Results:
Of 1028 students questioned, 52.3% were female. Forty-eight percent of participants were 21-23 years old, and 97.4% knew about cosmetic surgery. Estimates suggest that 30% of people want cosmetic surgery. Due to religious doubts, 48.2% of individuals avoided cosmetic surgery. Apprehension regarding consequences (40.9%), lack of resource knowledge (19.9%), and inability to persuade family (17.1%) were further worries.
Conclusions:
This study indicates that 33% of students are considering cosmetic surgery in the future. Scars and deformity seem to prevent cosmetic surgery. To better understand cosmetic surgery, students should learn about its pros and cons.
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