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An increasing number of people are seeking cosmetic procedures to enhance their appearance; however, while the majority of patients are satisfied with the outcome of aesthetic surgery, some are dissatisfied despite achieving a positive technical outcome. Research examining the long-term outcomes of patients undergoing cosmetic surgery is currently lacking, but it is possible that a significant number of patients may experience depression, anxiety and doubts post-procedure. For this reason, there is now an urgent need to better protect vulnerable patients for whom surgery may not be appropriate; one way of doing this is through the psychological screening of prospective patients seeking cosmetic surgery. A psychological screening tool has been developed for use both in preoperative consultations and to assess postoperative outcomes. This article will briefly describe the work conducted in a pilot study that aimed to examine the acceptability and feasibility of using this psychological screening tool in routine practice.
Journal of Aesthetic Nursing – Mark Allen Group
Published: Mar 1, 2013
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