Updated Filler Emergency Kit: Next-Generation Emergency Solution

Area of Science:

• Aesthetic Medicine
• Dermatology
• Medical Device Development

Background:

• Facial filler injections are increasingly popular, leading to a rise in reported complications.
• Previous filler emergency kits had limitations, necessitating an updated version.
• The updated filler emergency kit (UFEK) addresses these limitations.

Purpose of the Study:

• To introduce and describe the updated filler emergency kit (UFEK) protocol.
• To provide a standardized approach for managing emergent complications associated with soft tissue fillers.
• To enhance patient safety and clinician preparedness in aesthetic medicine.

Main Methods:

• Literature research conducted up to February 2023.
• Searches focused on PubMed and open web for filler complications (vascular occlusion, blindness, anaphylaxis).
• Review of 45 articles from approximately 1200 obtained sources.

Main Results:

• The UFEK protocol details specific interventions for diverse emergent scenarios.
• Emphasis on the critical need for prompt and individualized patient management.
• The protocol aims to mitigate risks associated with soft tissue filler complications.

Conclusions:

• The UFEK offers a standardized, comprehensive, and effective management strategy.
• This contributes to the safe and informed advancement of aesthetic medicine.
• The UFEK enhances value and safety for both practitioners and patients.