The publication
The study is titled “Costal Remodeling and the Effect on Abdominal Force Distribution: Intraoperative Changes”, published in Aesthetic Surgery Journal Open Forum (2026). It is available at its official source: doi.org/10.1093/asjof/ojag102.
Why it matters
It adds the biomechanical dimension: how costal arch repositioning affects abdominal wall mechanics. It complements the clinical evidence of rib remodeling with objective measurement during surgery.
Frequently asked questions
What does this study measure?
The intraoperative changes in abdominal force distribution during rib remodeling, published in Aesthetic Surgery Journal Open Forum (2026).
Where is it published?
In Aesthetic Surgery Journal Open Forum (2026). The DOI is linked on this page.
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