Publications by authors named "Jacob de la Paz"
Aesthetic Plast Surg
March 2025
Article Synopsis
- Recent changes in Australian regulations require preoperative screening for body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) in patients seeking cosmetic surgery, leading to a study evaluating the effectiveness of the COPs assessment tool on patient outcomes.
- The study involved 189 patients, revealing significant post-operative improvements in self-perception; 91% of those initially prone to BDD showed better scores post-surgery, while only 3.8% of healthy individuals developed BDD-prone scores afterward.
- Findings suggest that while the COPs tool may enhance self-perception among at-risk patients, its current limitations indicate a need for further research to improve screening methods and outcomes in cosmetic surgery.
