Long-term Effects of Lipoabdominoplasty on Pulmonary Function and Sleep Apnea Risk in Obese Subjects

Long-term Effects of Lipoabdominoplasty on Pulmonary Function and Sleep Apnea Risk in Obese Subjects

This study investigates the long-term effects of lipoabdominoplasty on pulmonary function and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) risk in obese patients. Participants were evaluated before and three months after surgery using spirometry, mMRC dyspnea scores, Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS), and STOP-Bang questionnaires.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Age ≥ 18 years
• BMI ≥ 30 kg/m²
• Eligible for lipoabdominoplasty
• Voluntary informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

• Pregnancy
• Active pulmonary infections or chronic lung disease
• Additional surgical interventions during study period
• Refusal to participate or incomplete data