title: A multidisciplinary approach to post-bariatric plastic surgery.
abstract: Social changes over the last 100 years, but predominantly since the invention of 'fast food' have led to an explosion in obesity. The National Institute for Clinical Excellence advise referral of patients with body mass indices >40 for bariatric surgery. One third of post-bariatric surgery patients achieve massive weight loss necessitating reconstructive body contour surgery. This unique group of patients presents multiple challenges for medical and ancillary practitioners involved in their care. A multidisciplinary approach is essential.
authors.affiliation: St George's Hospital, Bariatric Multidisciplinary Team, London, UK. drchrisabela@gmail.com
authors.forename: Christopher
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Abela
authors.forename: Tom
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Stevens
authors.forename: Marcus
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Reddy
authors.forename: Mark
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Soldin
mesh_terms: D050110:Bariatric Surgery; D006801:Humans; D009765:Obesity / Q000601:surgery*; D010348:Patient Care Team; D019651:Plastic Surgery Procedures; D015431:Weight Loss