Safest Practices for Autologous Buttock Augmentation With Fat Grafting Using a Roller Pump Injection Technique

Area of Science:

• Plastic Surgery
• Body Contouring
• Fat Grafting Techniques

Background:

• Autologous fat grafting is a leading body contouring method for plastic surgeons.
• The roller pump injection technique has been utilized since 2009 for this procedure.
• This technique offers a safe alternative without specialized equipment.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe the roller pump injection technique for autologous buttock augmentation.
• To review the safety and efficacy of this method.
• To analyze complications associated with liposuction and fat grafting.

Main Methods:

• A retrospective chart review of 916 patients undergoing autologous buttock augmentation.
• Procedures performed under general anesthesia using a roller pump for fat transfer.
• Data collected on fat volume, complications, and subsequent procedures.

Main Results:

• Mean fat removed: 3156 mL; mean fat grafted: 1807 mL per patient.
• Overall complication rate of 1.4% (13 patients), with 1.1% related to fat grafting.
• No reported cases of venous thromboembolic events, fat embolic events, or mortality.

Conclusions:

• The roller pump injection technique is a safe and efficient method for buttock augmentation.
• This technique reduces preparation time and eliminates the need for specialized equipment.
• The study's low complication rate precluded identification of specific risk factors.