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Self-limited adverse reaction to human-derived collagen injectable product
1Division of Dermatology, Washington University School of Medicine and Cutaneous Surgery Center,Barnes-Jewish Hospital, St. Louis, Missouri, USA.
Abstract
Background:
Soft tissue augmentation is a common and safe cosmetic and reconstructive procedure.
Objective:
We describe a temporary and self-limited adverse reaction to Dermalogen.
Methods:
Clinical and histologic evaluation following an adverse reaction noted at a Dermalogen skin test site.
Results:
Our patient was found to have a foreign body reaction to Dermalogen.
Conclusion:
Dermalogen, a form of acellular human collagen, may induce a foreign body reaction.