Vascular complications with injection implants: treatment with hyperbaric chamber

Area of Science:

• Dermatology
• Vascular Surgery
• Hyperbaric Medicine

Background:

• Facial fillers are increasingly popular due to their minimally invasive nature, reduced risks, and rapid results.
• Vascular complications, though rare, can occur following facial filler injections.

Observation:

• This retrospective study evaluated patients treated with hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) for vascular complications after facial fillers.
• The study was conducted at the Brazilian Institute for Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy.

Findings:

• Hyperbaric oxygen therapy, when used alongside the conventional treatment protocol, proved effective in managing vascular occlusion caused by facial fillers.
• The combination therapy demonstrated successful outcomes in resolving filler-induced vascular events.

Implications:

• HBOT represents a viable and effective adjunctive treatment for managing severe vascular complications associated with facial fillers.
• This approach may improve patient outcomes and reduce morbidity from filler-related vascular emergencies.