Dermal implants: safety of products injected for soft tissue augmentation.
Soft tissue augmentation is a frequently performed outpatient operation. Products available for soft tissue augmentation vary in chemistry, clinical indications, and toxicity. This review examines safety and efficacy data for collagen implants (Zyderm and Zyplast), gelatin matrix implants (Fibrel), and injectable silicone. Soft tissue augmentation requires excellent technique to achieve excellent clinical efficacy. When used appropriately, the available products for soft tissue augmentation have few complications or adverse reactions.
Clark
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Division of Dermatology, University of Missouri, School of Medicine, Columbia, MO 65212.
Hanke
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CW
Swanson
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D000614:Aminocaproates; D000818:Animals; D002921:Cicatrix / Q000601:surgery*; D003094:Collagen; D062109:Dermatologic Surgical Procedures; D005780:Gelatin; D006801:Humans; D007267:Injections; D019736:Prostheses and Implants / Q000009:adverse effects*; D012828:Silicones
D000614:Aminocaproates; C055487:Fibrel; D012828:Silicones; C048470:glutaraldehyde-cross-linked collagen; D005780:Gelatin; D003094:Collagen