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[Delayed Infection after Upper Lip Augmentation with Absorbable Hyaluronic Acid Filler].

N Heim1, A Faron1, V Wiedemeyer1

  • 1Abteilung für Mund-, Kiefer- und Plastische Gesichtschirurgie, Uniklinik Bonn, Bonn.

Handchirurgie, Mikrochirurgie, Plastische Chirurgie : Organ Der Deutschsprachigen Arbeitsgemeinschaft Fur Handchirurgie : Organ Der Deutschsprachigen Arbeitsgemeinschaft Fur Mikrochirurgie Der Peripheren Nerven Und Gefasse : Organ Der V
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Delayed infections from hyaluronic acid fillers, though rare, can occur weeks after facial augmentation. Prompt surgical and antibiotic treatment led to full recovery in a recent case, highlighting the need for vigilance.

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Facial fillers, including hyaluronic acid, are widely used for cosmetic augmentation.
  • Complications associated with resorbable fillers are generally infrequent.

Observation:

  • A case study involving a patient who developed a delayed infection six weeks post-hyaluronic acid upper lip augmentation.
  • The patient presented with abscesses requiring intervention.

Findings:

  • Successful treatment of the delayed infection was achieved through operative intervention and high-dose antibiotic therapy.
  • Full convalescence was observed following the treatment regimen.

Implications:

  • This case underscores that rare complications, such as delayed infections, can manifest unexpectedly after filler treatments.

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