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CC BY 4.0 · Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Plástica (RBCP) – Brazilian Journal of Plastic Surgery 2025; 40: s00451810585
DOI: 10.1055/s-0045-1810585
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Repercussion of Abdominoplasty on Interpersonal Relationships and Social Life of Patients at the Integrated Plastic Surgery Services, in São Paulo

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Abstract

Introduction

The significant increase in overweight and obesity brings with it a greater number of patients who undergo aesthetic procedures, surgical or not, aimed at better body contouring. In addition to physical and mental well-being, body care has a direct impact on social interaction.

Materials and Methods

Using the BODY-Q questionnaire, patients' opinions about their bodies in the pre- and late postoperative periods, as well as the impact of body modification on their relationships were evaluated. We addressed questions about assessment of one's own body, social and sexual relationships. The questionnaire was administered in an outpatient setting after participants signed the informed consent form.

Results

Important gains were noted in patients' perception of wellbeing in the post-operative period regarding their bodies and greater confidence in sexual relations. Differences in social relations were more subtle as there were no major social conflicts in the preoperative period.

Conclusion

Abdominoplasty proved to be effective in positively transforming patients' relationships and wellbeing, impacting their self-esteem, social and professional circles, and intimate relationships.

Keywords

abdominoplasty - body image - psychological well-being - quality of life - self image


Publication History

Received: 13 April 2024

Accepted: 20 May 2025

Article published online:
09 October 2025

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Flávia Mesquita Soares, Luiz Eduardo Felipe Abla, José Octávio Gonçalves de Freitas. Repercussão da abdominoplastia nos relacionamentos interpessoais e na vida social de pacientes dos Serviços Integrados de Cirurgia Plástica de São Paulo. Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Plástica (RBCP) – Brazilian Journal of Plastic Surgery 2025; 40: s00451810585.
DOI: 10.1055/s-0045-1810585
 

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