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Full-thickness wounds resulting from 'do-it-yourself' cryolipolysis: a case study.

C D Leonard¹, S A Kahn², J B Summitt¹

¹Vanderbilt Burn Center Nashville, TN.

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|April 13, 2016

Summary

DIY cryolipolysis using dry ice caused severe frostbite injuries. Patients must consult medical professionals for cosmetic procedures to avoid dangerous complications from unreliable online information.

Keywords:

CoolScuplting cryolipolysis cryolysis frostbite internet lipocryolysis

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Dermatology
Cosmetic Procedures

Background:

Cryolipolysis is a medical procedure using cold temperatures to reduce fat.
Professional cryolipolysis requires specific equipment and medical supervision.

Observation:

A patient attempted DIY cryolipolysis using dry ice without professional guidance.
This resulted in full- and partial-thickness frostbite wounds on 4% of her body surface area.

Findings:

Superficial wounds healed with xenograft and silver dressings.
A deeper wound required surgical excision and panniculectomy.

Implications:

Dubious online information poses significant risks to patients seeking cosmetic treatments.
Healthcare professionals must educate patients on discerning credible online health resources.
National strategies are needed to prevent injuries from unsupervised cosmetic procedures.