Clinical efficacy of facial masses caused by exogenous growth factor injections

Abstract

Objective To explore the reasons and the best treatment options of facial mass complicated after exogenous growth factor injections. Methods 17 cases of postoperative complications caused by exogenous growth factor injections were retrospectively analyzed. 15 patients with chin masses received mass resection and repairment with submental fat and fascial flap. Facial masses of the other 2 patients were located in cheek. Simple cheek mass resection was usually useful. All the patients had scar treatment. The postoperative satisfactory survey was investigated after 6 months. Results The incisions of 17 patients were healed well. An analysis through color Doppler ultrasound examination showed no residual or recurrent mass within half a year follow-up. One of the 17 patients had facial asymmetry and needed further treatment. Others were satisfied with the facial appearance of treatment. Conclusions The masses resulted from injection of exogenous growth factor should be cut off timely and reasonable reconstruction through fat and fascial flap and scar treatment are helpful to restore the original appearance of patients. Key words: Growth factor; Face; Mass; Complications