Case Report: Exacerbation after fat grafting in patients with active localized scleroderma

Shunxin Han1, Juzi Liu1, Feng Lu1

  • 1Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, China.

Frontiers in Surgery
|September 9, 2024
PubMed
Summary

Autologous fat grafting may worsen active localized scleroderma (LoS). This case study highlights potential risks, suggesting caution when performing cosmetic procedures during active LoS phases.