Connect with us

Medical doctors and Surgeons

Post-Bariatric Surgery: physical and psychological transformation

Published

on

Abdominoplasty, mastopexy, and arm and thigh lifts are the main post-bariatric plastic surgery procedures. The goal is to correct the effects of significant weight loss in patients suffering from pathological obesity. Substantial weight loss often results in excess skin and fatty tissue in various parts of the body. To address these issues, post-bariatric surgery focuses not only on aesthetic outcomes but also on functional aspects to improve patients’ quality of life.

«The patient who achieves a normal weight regains a normal life without the handicap of pathological obesity. There is a recovery not only of physical appearance but also of emotional well-being. It’s a procedure that goes beyond removing excess skin; it also serves a functional purpose», explains Paolo Persichetti, director of the Department of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery at the Campus Bio-Medico University in Rome.

Areas targeted in Post-Bariatric Surgery

The most commonly treated areas include the abdomen, chest, breasts, thighs, arms, and face. Excess skin and fat deposits can interfere with daily activities such as walking or interpersonal interactions. Additionally, excess tissue in the abdominal area can cause chronic infections like intertrigo and fungal infections due to prolonged skin-to-skin contact.

Paolo Persichetti, director of the Department of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery at the Campus Bio-Medico University in Rome

«Problematic areas such as thighs and abdomen can be surgically treated. For example, with the abdomen, we can achieve a suspension of the pubic area, placing the genital area in a more physiologically appropriate condition compared to the preoperative state», says Persichetti.

The chest, arms, and face are also affected by the loss of skin elasticity and ligament support, which maintain the shape of certain features, such as the breasts. «There is often a complete loss of the anatomy of these areas and, particularly in women, a loss of volume. In men, the appearance tends to be more gynecoid rather than android – continues Persichetti. – These procedures not only prevent potential skin infections or dystrophies but also restore the chest to an ideal condition, allowing the individual to recognize and accept it as their own».

Regaining physical shape and boosting self-esteem

The psychological aspect in post-bariatric surgery plays a key role. Regaining a physical form that aligns with a new lifestyle boosts self-esteem and motivates patients to maintain their postoperative weight. This, indeed, is a similarly complex journey. «Those who undergo bariatric surgery do not regain excessive weight, but this is not solely due to the surgery’s effects. Patients must also manage their diet to preserve the results achieved».

There is a link between plastic surgery and weight maintenance. People who choose to undergo these procedures are often more motivated to maintain a healthy lifestyle, not only to preserve the aesthetic results but also to avoid returning to pre-surgery conditions. In rare cases – explains the professor – some patients might regain some of the lost weight. However, plastic surgery provides the necessary push to adhere to a healthier diet and physical routine.

«The value and motivation of the patient influences the acceptance and recovery of their body image. It is, after all, the patient’s decision to undergo surgery. Plastic surgery in the treatment of bariatric patients is crucial. It helps give individuals the right motivation to maintain the weight they have achieved», concludes Persichetti.

Click to comment

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Recent Posts

ADVERTISEMENT

C.LO.DO 2024
Events and conventions56 mins ago

C.LO.DO, 4th Lombard Congress of Oncological Dermatologic Surgery

casabreast
Events and conventions21 hours ago

The Balletto Teatro Torino project

Abatangelo, Tumori cutanei non melanocitari
Medical doctors and Surgeons6 days ago

Non-Melanoma skin cancers: prevalence, risks, and innovative therapeutic approaches

Medical doctors and Surgeons2 weeks ago

Melanoma: early diagnosis and innovative therapies

Eventi ottobre
Events and conventions2 weeks ago

October events: a focus on aesthetics, prevention, and education

Chirurgia post-bariatrica- Persichetti
Medical doctors and Surgeons3 weeks ago

Post-Bariatric Surgery: physical and psychological transformation

Prevenzione e formazione: weekend della salute in Piemonte
Events and conventions3 weeks ago

Prevention and training: health weekend in Piedmont

suture in space
Revée pills3 weeks ago

In space wounds heal more slowly

Toto, Mommy makeover
Medical doctors and Surgeons4 weeks ago

Mommy makeover for well-being after pregnancy

72° edizione Congresso SICPRE
Events and conventions4 weeks ago

The 72nd edition of the National SICPRE Congress

Chirurgia post-bariatrica -Frattaroli
Medical doctors and Surgeons1 month ago

Post-Bariatric surgery: restoring physical form and quality of life

Marrakech 2024: chirurgia e cultura al 6° Congresso SOMCEP
Events and conventions1 month ago

Marrakech 2024: surgery and culture at the 6th SOMCEP congress

Ricostruzione mammaria
Medical doctors and Surgeons1 month ago

Autologous breast reconstruction: the new frontier of microsurgery

Padova breast meeting
Events and conventions1 month ago

Padova Breast Meeting: self-perception and psychophysical well-being

Murolo, Chirurgia mammaria
Medical doctors and Surgeons2 months ago

Aesthetic surgery: choosing the right procedure and what to expect

Sicchiero, la prevenzione è Comune
Institutions2 months ago

Prevention through public initiatives

Pontini
Medical doctors and Surgeons2 months ago

Surgery on lymphedema: a personalised approach

Centro Hub e la gestione del linfedema
Medical doctors and Surgeons2 months ago

“Centro Hub” and managing lymphedema 

Cute Project_Bollero
Events and conventions2 months ago

“Cute Project” supporting developing countries

Medical doctors and Surgeons3 months ago

Emotional support following breast cancer diagnosis

Medical doctors and Surgeons3 months ago

The role of the pediatric maxillofacial surgeon

Centro Hub e la gestione del linfedema
Medical doctors and Surgeons2 months ago

“Centro Hub” and managing lymphedema 

proteggere la pelle
Revée pills3 months ago

The importance of skin protection

Pontini
Medical doctors and Surgeons2 months ago

Surgery on lymphedema: a personalised approach

dimagrimento
Revée pills3 months ago

Weight loss and aesthetic surgery: synergy for well-being

Chirurgia plastica pediatrica
Medical doctors and Surgeons2 months ago

Pediatric Plastic Surgery: instilling confidence in children

Cute Project_Bollero
Events and conventions2 months ago

“Cute Project” supporting developing countries

Marrakech 2024: chirurgia e cultura al 6° Congresso SOMCEP
Events and conventions1 month ago

Marrakech 2024: surgery and culture at the 6th SOMCEP congress

Chirurgia post-bariatrica -Frattaroli
Medical doctors and Surgeons1 month ago

Post-Bariatric surgery: restoring physical form and quality of life

Sicchiero, la prevenzione è Comune
Institutions2 months ago

Prevention through public initiatives

Murolo, Chirurgia mammaria
Medical doctors and Surgeons2 months ago

Aesthetic surgery: choosing the right procedure and what to expect

Padova breast meeting
Events and conventions1 month ago

Padova Breast Meeting: self-perception and psychophysical well-being

Ricostruzione mammaria
Medical doctors and Surgeons1 month ago

Autologous breast reconstruction: the new frontier of microsurgery

Toto, Mommy makeover
Medical doctors and Surgeons4 weeks ago

Mommy makeover for well-being after pregnancy

Chirurgia post-bariatrica- Persichetti
Medical doctors and Surgeons3 weeks ago

Post-Bariatric Surgery: physical and psychological transformation

72° edizione Congresso SICPRE
Events and conventions4 weeks ago

The 72nd edition of the National SICPRE Congress

Prevenzione e formazione: weekend della salute in Piemonte
Events and conventions3 weeks ago

Prevention and training: health weekend in Piedmont

Eventi ottobre
Events and conventions2 weeks ago

October events: a focus on aesthetics, prevention, and education

Copyright © 2022 Revée News. Periodico di informazione sul mondo Chirurgia e del Benessere | Registrazione Tribunale di Torino n. 21 il 17/10/2023 |
Direttore responsabile Debora Pasero | Edito da REVEE SRL - corso Quintino Sella, 131 - Torino C.F. 10818580010