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