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The most feared complication with these type of procedures is blood clot (DVT) and possible pulmonary embolism. Other complications tend to be minor. The most unknown factor is how much of the fat will survive.
There are several risks, some of which will not be included here. Fat injections to buttocks or anywhere are not guaranteed to live or take. There could be indentaions in the donor area, infection, bruising, bleeding to the outside or collection (hematoma) that needs to be drained, seroma, numbness, pain, irregular lumpiness and other. Discuss this thoroughly with your surgeon.
Risks can occur regardless of surgeon or technique. These include but are not limited to: infection, hematoma, discomfort, asymmetry, undesirable effect on associated muscles, overcorrection, undercorrection, pain, prolonged swelling, dimpling, fat necrosis, fibrosis, abscess formation, adverse medication reaction, allergic reaction, need for additional "touch up" injections, palpability, visibility, distortion with muscular contraction, need for secondary revisions, and inability to guarantee a specific cosmetic result.
In any fat transfer procedure, there are risks such as infection, discomfort, pain, bleeding, indentations, poor cosmetic result, need for revision, and even fat embolus. Schedule a consultation to go over the procedure thoroughly with your surgeon and have all of your questions asked. You want to be 100% aware of any risks before deciding to move forward.
You can't use donated fat for a fat transfer. The fat would not survive and you can get an infection. Hopefully in the future there will be a way to do it. It would be great if you can.
About 60% of fat from the transfer is retained and the results are permanent. The size will change with your weight just as the rest of your body does. In other words, the fat acts like it was naturally there. You can get a good idea of the final result after 6 months.
Thank you for your question. It is recommend do not sit without the pillow for one month. I would suggest to be treated by board certificated plastic surgeon with experience in this procedure, to get the best desired results. Kind Regards,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-
Thank you for your question. The cost average varies depending the doctor and location. I would suggest to be treated by board certified plastic surgeon with experience in this procedure, to get the best desired results. Respectfully,-Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-
Thank you for your question. It is hard to provided with a valid medical opinion without photos. I would suggest to be treated by board certificated plastic surgeon with experience in this procedure, to get the best desired results. Kind Regards,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-
IT is difficult to assess the situation without photos or knowing the amount of fat removed. You may want to discuss this with your surgeon. IT most likely is normal swelling but should be evaluated.
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