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Kai Liu1,2,3,4,5, Kai Li6, Xudong Wang1,2,3,4,5
1Department of Oral and Craniomaxillofacial Surgery, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200011, China.
Dento Maxillo Facial Radiology
|May 22, 2024
Summary
A new facial vascular enhancement imaging system accurately visualizes facial blood vessels, improving safety for cosmetic procedures. This technology helps prevent accidental intravascular injections by providing clear, real-time imaging of vascular distribution.
Area of Science:
- Medical Imaging
- Cosmetic Surgery Technology
- Vascular Anatomy
Background:
- Unintended intravascular injections pose a risk during cosmetic facial filling procedures.
- Accurate visualization of facial vasculature is crucial for procedural safety.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a facial vascular enhancement imaging system.
- To analyze facial vascular distribution for enhanced safety in cosmetic procedures.
- To assess the system's potential in preventing intravascular injections.
Main Methods:
- Designed a facial vascular enhancement imaging system using optical detection.
- Recruited 30 volunteers for system testing.
- Compared vascular visualization-enhanced (VVE) images with visible light and near-infrared images for validation and reliability assessment.
Main Results:
- VVE images significantly enhanced identification of vascular morphology and vessel count compared to visible light.
- Highest vascular density observed in the temporal, cheek, and frontal regions.
- The system demonstrated reliable vascular visualization and improved physician visual perception.
Conclusions:
- Facial vascular distribution varies significantly across different facial regions.
- The developed imaging system provides real-time, clear visualization of facial vasculature.
- This innovation can enhance the safety and effectiveness of facial filling procedures by offering immediate visual feedback.
