Large-Volume Fat Grafting: Identifying Risk Factors for Fat Necrosis
Conclusions:
Increased rates of fat necrosis were associated with volumes greater than 450 cc, patients undergoing concurrent implant exchange with fat grafting, and fat grafting after a history of lumpectomy or mastectomy without preexpansion. In addition, radiation therapy may be associated with a higher rate of complications.
CLINICAL QUESTION/LEVEL OF EVIDENCE:
Risk, III.
Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Breast: Original Articles Source Type: research
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