TY - JOUR
T1 - Filling in the Details
T2 - A Review of Lipofilling of Radiated Tissues in the Head and Neck
AU - Hammond, Sarah E.
AU - Samuels, Stuart
AU - Thaller, Seth
PY - 2019/5/1
Y1 - 2019/5/1
N2 - Adipose tissue is considered by many to be an ideal filler. Fat is the model filler in that it is biocompatible, autologous tissue which typically incorporates into the host tissue with minimal complications. Along with the increasing use of fat as a soft tissue filler has come a growing interest in the development of standardized technical protocols and indications for lipofiller use. In this review, we will examine the current literature regarding lipofilling techniques, explore the potential benefits of fat grafting in radiated tissue, and discuss recent scientific advancements to optimize fat graft survival and outcomes.
AB - Adipose tissue is considered by many to be an ideal filler. Fat is the model filler in that it is biocompatible, autologous tissue which typically incorporates into the host tissue with minimal complications. Along with the increasing use of fat as a soft tissue filler has come a growing interest in the development of standardized technical protocols and indications for lipofiller use. In this review, we will examine the current literature regarding lipofilling techniques, explore the potential benefits of fat grafting in radiated tissue, and discuss recent scientific advancements to optimize fat graft survival and outcomes.
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U2 - 10.1097/SCS.0000000000005107
DO - 10.1097/SCS.0000000000005107
M3 - Article
C2 - 30882570
AN - SCOPUS:85065509092
VL - 30
SP - 667
EP - 671
JO - Journal of Craniofacial Surgery
JF - Journal of Craniofacial Surgery
SN - 1049-2275
IS - 3
ER -