Large extended abdominoplasty—dispelling the myths of prohibitively high BMI's: a case report. Issue 6 (15th June 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Zhitny, Vladislav Pavlovich; Iftekhar, Noama; Zide, Barry; Stile, Frank
• Is Part Of: Journal of surgical case reports. Volume 2020:Issue 6(2020)
• Publication Date: 2020-06-15
• Subjects: Surgery -- Periodicals; Surgery -- Case studies -- Periodicals; 617.005
• DOI: 10.1093/jscr/rjaa145
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2042-8812

Abstract

ABSTRACT: Abdominoplasty is one of the most highly requested cosmetic procedures in the USA. Although it is famed for its cosmetic value, there are few reports that discuss its therapeutic potential. Furthermore, few abdominoplasties are completed in patients over the body mass index (BMI) of 30 due to fears of increased complications. A 63-year-old male presented due to development of a large pannus following weight loss postgastric bypass. Unfortunately, because of this pannus, the patient began experiencing significant physical and emotional distress. The patient had difficult urinating, ambulating and could no longer engage in sexual activity. The patient underwent abdominoplasty for removal of the pannus. At the 5-month follow-up, patient exhibited resolution of his symptoms. Abdominoplasty should not be limited to cosmetic procedures. It holds therapeutic value, and the BMI should not be listed as a firm contraindication to the procedure.