Summary Background Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) represents a prevalent mental
health condition characterized by distress arising from self-perceived physical imperfections.
BDD serves as a contraindication to aesthetic surgery. Recognizing BDD holds paramount
importance for plastic surgeons, as it is instrumental in averting the exacerbation of this
condition while ensuring appropriate referrals. Objective This study aimed to investigate the
prevalence of BDD in cosmetic surgery patients and to pinpoint key characteristics�…