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Weight loss magnitude was lower in patients taking GLP-1 RAs compared to postbariatric patients (29.9 kg vs 47.2 kg).
Understanding the differences in weight loss can help tailor interventions for patients seeking body contouring.
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Weight loss magnitude was lower in patients taking GLP-1 RAs (29.9 ± 5.7 versus 47.2 ± 6.0 kg [ P < 0.001]).
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Based on a retrospective comparative case series design.
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Abdominoplasty Outcomes after GLP-1 Agonist–Induced versus Postbariatric Massive Weight Loss: A Retrospective Comparative Case Series
Or Friedman et al. · Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery · 2025
DOI 10.1097/prs.0000000000012523
cohort · n=40Cited 1×
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