Elaboração de protocolo direcionado ao atendimento no pré e pós-operatório para pacientes submetidos à abdominoplastia

Abstract

Introduction: Abdominoplasty is one of the most performed procedures in aesthetic surgery and is indicated for the correction of skin laxity, excess skin and abdominal fat, as well as muscular alterations, promoting improvement in body contour and quality of life. The growing demand for this surgery, especially in Brazil, highlights its relevance in the current aesthetic scenario. Although considered safe, the procedure involves risks that require rigorous preoperative and postoperative care. Objective: To develop a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) aimed at preoperative and postoperative care for patients undergoing abdominoplasty. Methodology: This study consists of the development of an SOP aimed at preoperative and postoperative care for patients undergoing abdominoplasty, considering an adaptation of the methodology proposed by the Ministry of Health (Brazil, 2016): identification of the clinical problem, definition of the setting and target population, as well as the selection of scientific evidence and critical analysis. Discussion: Although widely performed, abdominoplasty requires rigorous care to ensure patient safety, especially due to its technical complexity and risk of complications. Appropriate patient selection and multiprofessional teamwork in the perioperative period are essential for satisfactory outcomes. The implementation of standard operating procedures and safety protocols, such as those proposed by the World Health Organization (WHO), contributes to standardizing practices and reducing risks. These protocols are essential to improve clinical outcomes and ensure the quality of care. Conclusion: The development of an abdominoplasty protocol highlights the relevance of standardizing care practices in preoperative and postoperative periods, aiming to enhance patient safety and achieve better surgical outcomes. By guiding multiprofessional practice based on evidence, the protocol contributes to reducing variability in care and improving the quality of assistance. When applied continuously and periodically updated, the protocol strengthens the quality of care provided.