Plastic and reconstructive surgery

Effects of GLP-1 Drugs on Recovery After Cosmetic and Body Shaping Surgery

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Abstract

The use of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) for weight loss has rapidly increased.

  • Patients using GLP-1 RAs are increasingly seeking aesthetic and body-contouring procedures.
  • The effects of GLP-1 RAs on postoperative wound healing are not well understood.
  • There is limited information on the surgical outcomes for patients using GLP-1 RAs.

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