Abstract
BackgroundFat grafting has been successfully used for reconstructive and esthetic surgery of the breast, face, and other body parts. In this article, we present our protocol for hand fat grafting and over a decade of clinical experience.MethodsFat tissue is obtained from the flanks, peri-umbilical region, or internal side of the thigh or knee. No centrifuge machine is used to prevent fat damage. After decantation, fat is injected into the dorsum of the hand using a cannula from the wrist and not from the fingers. Fat is distributed gently above the dorsal deep fascia to avoid perforation of the vessels.ResultsThe proposed technique was applied to 65 patients. The amount of fat injected ranged from 10 to 30 cm3. No allergic reactions were noticed. Each patient’s progress was followed-up for a minimum of 12 months. Over this period, contour changes and the effects of the procedure(s) on the skin were analyzed. Fifty-six patients (84%) were satisfied with the results during the observation period, 7 patients (12%) were somewhat satisfied and needed one more fat grafting procedure to achieve complete satisfaction, and 2 patients (4%) were dissatisfied with the results. Three cases of temporary swelling of the hands resolved naturally. No long-term complications were seen.ConclusionsThis study covers over a decade of practical experience in applying fat grafts to hands. The procedure is effective in reshaping and rejuvenating the hand as it shows long-lasting results after 1-year follow-up.
Highlights
Through history, humans have always been fascinated by the beauty of hands
We can provide a better contour in the prominent aged anatomy of the hand and rejuvenate the skin after lipofilling [3]
Fat grafting into the hands is a relatively simple procedure
Summary
Humans have always been fascinated by the beauty of hands. Hands have been considered a key element characterizing the privileged status of man as well as an immediate means of expressing man’s creativity. Fat grafting is a procedure that has been used in esthetic and reconstructive surgery for many years with good results [1, 2]. Many patients are interested in improving the esthetic appearance of their hands. We can provide a better contour in the prominent aged anatomy of the hand and rejuvenate the skin after lipofilling [3]. Fat grafting has been successfully used for reconstructive and esthetic surgery of the breast, face, and other body parts. We present our protocol for hand fat grafting and over a decade of clinical experience
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