Risks And Complications Of Fat Grafting?
You could have an allergic reaction to the anesthesia if applicable or the local anesthetic that is used in the area of removal. There is a risk of infection, hematoma and asymmetry as well the extremely rare possibility of permanent discoloration due to a ruptured superficial blood vessel at the treatment site during an injection. There is the possibility, although rare, of calcification. In this case there would be hard micro-nodules under the flesh. Fat embolism is a rare and serious complications which can result in stroke. This is when a substance has been mistakenly injected into a blood vessel. There is also the possibility of a distorted look, fatty cysts and fat necrosis if extreme over correction is used or proper vascularization is impeded. Possibly intra- (during) and post-operative bleeding, blood clots at the treatment and removal sites. Also the patient's treatment areas may be vulnerable to blood borne infections (perhaps from a dental procedure) perhaps for up to three months, according to some surgeons.
Be aware that the possibility of scar tissue is probable as are fatty cysts. There are instances where patients have developed excess scar tissue in their lips and around their mouth which distorted their lips and smile. There have also been instances of patients who report that their vermilion border (the colored skin of the lip) has no definition after the injection - even after a year - if the initial injections were not placed right.
General disappointment is possible for may reasons, be it the decreased longevity of the graft, the improper placement or the overall outcome. Just as previously said - choose your surgeon wisely and your chance of a positive outcome is certainly increased. Although even the best doctor can't perform miracles - if your body doesn't "take" the fat transfer, there is nothing that can be done and another form of filler will be needed.
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08-22-2007, 12:03 AM
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