How safe is the fat transfer?

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What's the risk percentage for fat transfer?

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

The major "problem" is relatively low volume retention after surgery; in our experience of over 25 years with facial fat grafting, about 30% of the injected volume will stay permanently. Some patients may benefit from the second stage, usually done 8-12 months after the first procedure, to build the necessary volume. Lumpiness and asymmetry are also seen after fat injections by less experienced surgeons or dermatologists. Hope this helps.

David M. Creech, MD · Answer

Fat transfer is a surgical procedure.  There are multiple locations fat can be transferred to.  Autologous fat transfer to the face can add volume and improve face asymmetries.  I also add Platelet Rich Plasma to the fat to enhance the fat "take" and the combination does appear to add to the rejuvenation of the overlying skin.  The primary risk is injection under the eye orbit.  If fat is injected in the vein that communicates with the eye blindness is a risk.  A consult with a Plastic Surgeon can evaluate the area you are interested in and give you a lot more direct information.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

People seem to view risk in different ways.
To start with risk, ketamine, many different things to many different people.
There are also a number of different scenarios in regards to what can go wrong.
Before we begin to estimate a percentage, we need to know what you’re actually asking are you asking how many times a patient has some complication?
Actual medical complications are usually very infrequent with fat transfer procedures.
By far the most common complication is an undesirable outcome.
This happens all the time.
Fed, transfer results don’t turn out the way patients had hoped for on a very regular basis.
 This may be as high as 50%. 
Infections are typically unusual.
Even though they can happen infections, after liposuction with fat transfer is usually less than in other surgical procedures.
Consider reposting, including more than one sentence With your post.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom, MD

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