In a recent study published in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal, researchers investigated the effect of compression garments on lung function after abdominoplasty. Traditionally, compression garments have been used to aid healing and reduce swelling after surgery. However, there has been some concern that they may also restrict breathing.
Key takeaways for aesthetic surgeons:
- The use of compression garments after abdominoplasty may impair lung function.
- Not wearing compression garments may improve ventilation and decrease the risk of pulmonary complications after surgery.
These findings suggest that the routine use of compression garments after abdominoplasty should be reevaluated.
Limitations of the study:
The study was relatively small, with only 34 female participants. More research is needed to determine if the effects of compression garments are similar in male patients.
Further studies are needed to investigate the long-term effects of compression garments on lung function after abdominoplasty, as well as determine the optimal duration of compression garment wear after surgery. Overall, this study provides evidence that compression garments may impair lung function after abdominoplasty. Aesthetic surgeons should be aware of these findings when making decisions about post-surgical care for their patients.
