Introduction: This case report discusses the management of challenging stoma care in an overweight patient, focusing on the successful application of abdominoplasty combined with stoma repositioning. The increasing abdominal mass in overweight patients often leads to stoma retraction and mechanical stress, necessitating innovative and less invasive interventions.
Case presentation: The subject is a 40-year-old female with a body mass index of 28.41 kg/m2, who was experiencing complications in stoma care due to recent weight gain. Through a collaborative effort between a plastic and a general surgeon, the patient underwent abdominoplasty combined with stoma repositioning, leading to significant improvements in stoma care and cosmetic results.
Discussion: Despite the limited amount of literature on abdominoplasty combined with stoma revision, this case report contributes to the evidence supporting it as an effective alternative for persistent stoma dysfunction in overweight patients. This innovative surgical approach represents a viable solution to address stomal retraction and leakage.
Conclusion: The case report underscores the potential benefits of abdominoplasty combined with stoma repositioning in overweight patients with persistent stoma care problems. Although the risk of wound contamination must be taken into account, this combined procedure can enhance patient outcomes. The study provides valuable insights for healthcare professionals managing stoma care in overweight patients.
Keywords: Abdominoplasty; Case report; Overweight patient; Stoma care; Stoma repositioning; Stoma retraction.
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