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Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Aesthetic Medicine
  • Surgical Innovation

Background:

  • The Coleman technique is the standard for fat transfer but is time-consuming and costly.
  • A novel, simplified lipostructure method is proposed to enhance efficiency.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce and evaluate a modified, simplified lipostructure technique.
  • To compare the simplified method against the traditional Coleman technique.

Main Methods:

  • A three-way stopcock valve system was used to connect syringes and a cannula for fat transfer.
  • Retrospective analysis of two patient groups: Coleman lipostructure vs. simplified lipostructure.
  • Comparison of operative staff, time, fat volume, cosmetic outcomes, and complications.

Main Results:

  • Simplified lipostructure required less staff (1 vs. 2) and operative time (66 vs. 74.2 min).
  • Increased volume of infiltrated fat (167.2 vs. 138.7 ml) was achieved with the simplified technique.
  • Comparable cosmetic results (7.45 vs. 7.25) and only minor complications were observed.

Conclusions:

  • The three-way stopcock valve system streamlines fat grafting, reducing time and costs.
  • The simplified lipostructure technique is effective, easy to perform, and recommended for surgeons.
  • This modification offers a smart technical solution for improved fat transplantation.