[Filler injection for breast augmentation - potentially harmful injections]

Area of Science:

• Plastic Surgery
• Aesthetic Medicine
• Medical Device Safety

Background:

• Breast augmentation is a common procedure, but implants require surgery and recovery.
• There is a demand for less invasive breast volume enhancement methods.
• Los Deline, a filler, has been used for breast augmentation since 2018.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the safety and complications associated with Los Deline filler for breast augmentation.
• To report clinical experiences with adverse events following Los Deline injections.

Main Methods:

• Clinical case review of patients treated for complications after Los Deline injections.
• Surgical treatment of adverse events related to the filler.

Main Results:

• Patients experienced severe complications including breast deformities, infections, and filler migration.
• Complications often necessitated multiple surgical interventions for correction.
• Reported cases highlight significant risks associated with the product.

Conclusions:

• Los Deline is not considered a safe product for breast augmentation procedures.
• The use of this filler carries substantial risks of severe adverse events.
• Further investigation into the safety profile of injectable fillers for breast augmentation is warranted.