Current Perceptions of Lipofilling on the Basis of the New Guideline on "Autologous Fat Grafting"

Prantl L, Rennekampff HO, Giunta RE, Harder Y, Von Heimburg D, Heine N, Herold C, Kneser U, Lampert F, Machens HG, Mirastschijski U, Mueller D, Pallua N, Schantz T, Schnborn A, Ueberreiter K, Witzel C, Bull G, Rezek D, Sattler G, Vogt PM, Horch RE (2016)

Publication Type: Journal article

Publication year: 2016

Journal

Book Volume: 48

Pages Range: 330-336

Journal Issue: 6

DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-117635

Abstract

Introduction: Autologous fat transfer has recently become an increasingly popular surgical procedure and comprises harvesting, processing and transplantation of adipose tissue, as well as professional follow-up care. This method, as a surgical procedure, can be utilised for trauma-, disease- or age-related soft tissue volume deficits and soft tissue augmentation. As usage is increasing, but the variables of fat harvest, specific indications and fashion of fat transfer are poorly defined, there is a great demand for development of a guideline in the field of reconstructive and aesthetic surgery.Methods:All relevant points were discussed within the scope of a consensus conference including a nominal group process of all societies involved in the procedure and ratified with a strong consensus (>95%). Literature from the standard medical databases over the last 10 years was retrieved, studied and specific guidelines were concluded.Results:Consensus was achieved among all professionals involved on the following points: 1. definition 2. indication/contraindication, 3. preoperative measures 4. donor sites 5. techniques of processing 6. transplantation 7. follow-up care 8. storage 9. efficacy 10. documentation 11. evaluation of patient safety.Conclusion:Definite indications and professional expertise are paramount for autologous fat tissue transfer. Successful transfers are based on the use of correct methods as well as specific instruments and materials. Autologous adipose tissue transplantation is considered to be a safe procedure in reconstructive and aesthetic surgery, due to the low rate of postoperative complications and sequelae.

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Universitätsklinikum Aachen (UKA) Germany (DE) Park-Klinik Birkenwerder Germany (DE) Technische Universität München (TUM) Germany (DE) BG Unfallklinik Ludwigshafen (BGU) / BG Hospital Ludwigshafen Germany (DE) Haut- und Laserzentrum an der Oper Germany (DE) Klinikum Leverkusen Germany (DE) Universitätsklinikum Regensburg Germany (DE) Medizinische Hochschule Hannover (MHH) / Hannover Medical School Germany (DE) Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin Germany (DE) Marien Hospital Düsseldorf Germany (DE) Rosenpark Klinik Darmstadt Germany (DE) Klinikum der Universität München Germany (DE) Universitätsklinikum Freiburg Germany (DE) Caritas-Krankenhaus St. Josef Regensburg Germany (DE) Sana Klinikum Hameln-Pyrmont Germany (DE) St. Josefs-Krankenhaus Potsdam-Sanssouci Germany (DE) Klinikverbund Bremen (Gesundheit Nord) Germany (DE) Ente Ospedaliero Cantonale Switzerland (CH) Praxisklinik Kaiserplatz Germany (DE)

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APA:

Prantl, L., Rennekampff, H.O., Giunta, R.E., Harder, Y., Von Heimburg, D., Heine, N.,... Horch, R.E. (2016). Current Perceptions of Lipofilling on the Basis of the New Guideline on "Autologous Fat Grafting". Handchirurgie, Mikrochirurgie, Plastische Chirurgie, 48(6), 330-336. https://doi.org/10.1055/s-0042-117635

MLA:

Prantl, L., et al. "Current Perceptions of Lipofilling on the Basis of the New Guideline on "Autologous Fat Grafting"." Handchirurgie, Mikrochirurgie, Plastische Chirurgie 48.6 (2016): 330-336.

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