Prevalence of Body Dysmorphic Disorder Symptoms and Body Weight Concerns in Patients Seeking Abdominoplasty

Conclusions
Candidates for abdominoplasty had a high prevalence of BDD symptoms, and body weight and shape concerns were associated with increased symptom severity.

Level of Evidence: 3

Diagnostic

Source: Aesthetic Surgery Journal - February 15, 2016 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: de Brito, M. J. A., Nahas, F. X., Cordas, T. A., Gama, M. G., Sucupira, E. R., Ramos, T. D., Felix, G. d. A. A., Ferreira, L. M. Tags: Original Article Source Type: research