title: Body Contouring Surgery in the Massive Weight Loss Patient.
abstract: Plastic surgeons subspecializing in body contouring are meeting the challenge of postbariatric surgery massive weight loss patients. With an appreciation of the magnitude of the surface deformity, and altered metabolism, nutrition, and psychological makeup of these patients, innovative plastic surgeons have forged an organized approach to preparation, operative technique, and postoperative care. Patients at greatest risk for complications are identified, appraised, and either their condition improved or they are counselled to reduce expectations. Beyond the removal of excess skin and adipose tissue, advanced gender-specific techniques have improved aesthetics.
authors.affiliation: University of Pittsburgh Medical School, Suite 500, 3109 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA. Electronic address: drhurwitz@hurwitzcenter.com.
authors.forename: Dennis J
authors.initials: DJ
authors.lastname: Hurwitz
authors.affiliation: Southlake Regional Health Centre, Newmarket, Ontario, Canada.
authors.forename: Omodele
authors.initials: O
authors.lastname: Ayeni
mesh_terms: D003357:Cosmetic Techniques; D006801:Humans; D015187:Lipectomy / Q000379:methods; D009767:Obesity, Morbid / Q000601:surgery*; D018579:Patient Selection; D019990:Perioperative Care / Q000379:methods; D019651:Plastic Surgery Procedures / Q000379:methods*; D015431:Weight Loss
keywords: Body contouring surgery; Liposuction; Massive weight loss; Total body lift; VASER