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Temporary hair loss after injection of hyaluronic acid filler

Year: 2021

Type: article

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Compromised blood flow after filler injection is generally thought to result from intra-arterial obstruction. AIMS: To test this hypothesis. PATIENT: A case presented with the clinical picture of reduced arterial blood flow after hyaluronic acid filler injection in the temporal region and subsequent hair loss. METHOD: Clinical and ultrasound (US) assessments as well as ultrasound guided hyaluronidase injection were performed. RESULT: Blood flow was restored and hair loss proved to be temporary. CONCLUSION: There are many arguments to conclude that the problem did not result from intra-arterial occlusion, but rather from outside compression of the artery.

Source: Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology

DOI: 10.1111/jocd.14453

Authors: Helga van den Elzen, Leonie Schelke, Peter Velthuis

Institutions: Erasmus MC, Erasmus University Rotterdam

Language: English

Topic: Facial Rejuvenation and Surgery Techniques

Subfield: Dermatology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,500