Clinical application of autologous fat grafting in hand rejuvenation

VernacularTitle:自体脂肪移植对手部年轻化的效果
Author: Fengchao CHEN ¹ ; Tongtong YAN ; Siya ZHANG ; Yulei JIA
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1. 首都医科大学附属北京友谊医院医学美容中心，北京　100050
Keywords: Transplantation, autologous; Fat graft; Hand; Rejuvenation
From: Chinese Journal of Medical Aesthetics and Cosmetology 2021;27(6):517-519
CountryChina
Language:Chinese
Abstract: Objective:To investigate the effect of autologous fat grafting in hand rejuvenation and to provide effective clinical treatment for the aging hand.Methods:A total of 52 patients received autologous fat grafting in hand. Fat was collected by liposuction from the abdomen or thigh regions utilizing the superwet technique. The harvested fat was washed and injected to the dorsal hand. Standardized photographs were taken before and after the operation, and the patients＇ satisfaction was evaluated.Results:Picture scores between preoperative and postoperative had statistically significant differences ( P<0.01). The majority of patients (75%) were satisfied with their results. All patients were followed up for 6 months with no infection, fat liquefaction, cysts and other complications occurred. Conclusions:This study provides the clinical basis for fat grafting in hand rejuvenation with high satisfactory rates.