Hair Transplantation in Cicatricial Alopecia: The Role of Autologous Fat Transfer

Aim: The purpose of this article is to prove the importance of autologous fat transfer (AFT) in scarring alopecia. Methods: We present a complete clinical report of 21 cases treated with a combined procedure of AFT and hair transplantation (HT) done in the last three years. Results: The main findings of this study are the constant, early and more predictable hair regrowth after the hair transplant done on a pre-treated scarring alopecia. Conclusion: Tissue regeneration through AFT can significantly improve hair growth in the area of scarring alopecia, underlining, once again, the tremendous potential of this approach. Future studies may need to be carried out.

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Autologous Fat Transfer to Improve Aesthetic Appearance in Facial Asymmetry from Parry-Romberg Syndrome: A Case Report

Philippine Journal of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery ◽

10.32412/pjohns.v34i2.875 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 34 (2) ◽

pp. 47-51

Author(s):

Ma. Nina Kristine Sison ◽

Emmanuel Tadeus Cruz ◽

Mark Arjan Fernandez

Keyword(s):

Facial Asymmetry ◽

Hemifacial Atrophy ◽

Fat Transfer ◽

Autologous Fat ◽

Autologous Fat Transfer ◽

Aesthetic Appearance ◽

Progressive Hemifacial Atrophy ◽

Parry Romberg Syndrome ◽

The Right

Objective: To present a case of progressive hemifacial atrophy in a young woman with Parry-Romberg Syndrome and the role of autologous fat transfer to improve her aesthetic appearance and lessen facial asymmetry. Methods: Design: Case Report Setting: Tertiary Government Training Hospital Patient: One Results: A 20-year old woman consulted because of drooping of the right eyelid and gradual thinning of right cheek muscles since age 16. On examination, the right facial muscles were hypoplastic with prominent facial bony ridges. An MRI scan showed atrophy of the right medial pterygoid and masseter. She underwent autologous fat transfer on the right side of the face to augment the cheek, improve cosmetic appearance and lessen facial asymmetry. Conclusion: Our patient is satisfied and happy with the outcome and cosmetic appearance of her autologous fat transfer and is ready to undergo the same procedure if the need arises in the future. Although no definite cure exists for Parry Romberg syndrome, our report illustrates the role of autologous fat transfer as an inexpensive, easily harvested and biocompatible material to improve facial asymmetry. The procedure yielded encouraging results, although long-term benefits remain uncertain. Keywords: Parry-Romberg syndrome; progressive hemifacial atrophy; autologous transplantation

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Role of Autologous Fat Transfer to the Superficial Fat Compartments for Perioral Rejuvenation

Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery ◽

10.1097/prs.0000000000001506 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 136 (3) ◽

pp. 301e-309e ◽

Cited By ~ 19

Author(s):

Ronnie A. Pezeshk ◽

Ran Y. Stark ◽

Kevin H. Small ◽

Jacob G. Unger ◽

Rod J. Rohrich

Keyword(s):

Fat Transfer ◽

Autologous Fat ◽

Autologous Fat Transfer

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Autologous Fat Transfer and Cell-Based Strategies for Soft Tissue Reconstruction

Current Tissue Engineering ◽

10.2174/2211542002999140109150722 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 3 (1) ◽

pp. 62-69

Author(s):

Kshemendra Senarath-Yapa ◽

Rebecca Garza ◽

Adrian McArdle ◽

Graham Walmsley ◽

Michael Hu ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Soft Tissue ◽

Soft Tissue Reconstruction ◽

Fat Transfer ◽

Autologous Fat ◽

Autologous Fat Transfer ◽

Tissue Reconstruction

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First experiences with a new surgical approach in adult full-thickness burns: single step reconstruction of epidermal, dermal and subcutaneous defects by use of split-thickness skin grafting, a dermal collagen matrix and autologous fat-transfer

European Surgery ◽

10.1007/s10353-013-0211-2 ◽

2013 ◽

Vol 45 (5) ◽

pp. 263-269 ◽

Cited By ~ 5

Author(s):

M. Keck ◽

H. F . Selig ◽

J. Kober ◽

D. B . Lumenta ◽

H. Schachner ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Skin Grafting ◽

Collagen Matrix ◽

Single Step ◽

Full Thickness ◽

Fat Transfer ◽

Autologous Fat ◽

Autologous Fat Transfer ◽

Thickness Skin ◽

Split Thickness Skin Grafting ◽

Dermal Collagen

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Surgical Principles and Breast Imaging and Monitoring after Autologous Fat Transfer

Imaging for Plastic Surgery ◽

10.1201/b17799-26 ◽

2014 ◽

pp. 431-448

Author(s):

Paolo Persichetti ◽

Barbara Cagli ◽

Tiziano Pallara ◽

Donata Vaccaro ◽

Carlo Mallio ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Breast Imaging ◽

Fat Transfer ◽

Autologous Fat ◽

Autologous Fat Transfer

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ID: 1026 Reconstruction of the major defects of the tissue scalp

Biomedical Research and Therapy ◽

10.15419/bmrat.v4is.302 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 4 (S) ◽

pp. 100

Author(s):

M.I. Muradov ◽

K.B. Mukhamedkerim ◽

A. ABaiguzeva ◽

K.E. Kazantaev ◽

D.Zh. Koshkarbaev

Keyword(s):

Donor Site ◽

Silicone Implants ◽

Fat Transfer ◽

Autologous Fat ◽

Autologous Fat Transfer ◽

Definitive Evidence ◽

Face Region ◽

The Face ◽

Volume Measurements ◽

The Mean

Background: To provide quantitative objective data demonstrating the longevity and amount of volume augmentation in the fatty dystrophy of the facial tissue obtained with autologous lipofilling. Methods: In our clinic had been operated 8 patients for last 2 years with fatty dystrophy of the facial tissue. A prospective analysis of all patients who underwent at our private practice and were followed up for at least 1,5 year. Surgery was performed under general anesthesia it is necessary for clear results tissue correction. We based on the literature has seen numerous clinical reports highlighting the benefits of autologous fat transfer for face from that areas, fat was collected from the abdomen (most frequently used donor site), hips, outer thighs (saddle-bags), internal knee or thigh, with quantitative volume measurements evaluating the amount of postoperative volume change. Results: Twenty eight patients were included in the study. The mean follow-up time was 18 months. The mean amount of autologous fat injected into each face region was 10-70 mL. Hypercorrection was performed after 3 months and it was 20-50% of the initial injected fat volume. Overall, the mean absolute volume augmentation measured at their last (after 6 month) post operative visit was 10-25%. There was variability between patients in the volume amount and percentage that remained. The resorption process was observed in two patients after 6 month. We made correction with hyaluronic acid and silicone implants. Conclusion: To our knowledge, this study is the first clinical quantification in our practise of autologous fat transfer and/or grafting in the literature that provides definitive evidence on the amount as well as the resultant longevity in the face. Autologous fat transfer to the face has definite long-term volume augmentation results. On average, approximately 25-35% of the injected volume remains at 18 months. However, some variability exists in the percentage of volume that remains that may require a touch-up procedure.

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