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Human Adipose Tissue Micro-fragmentation for Cell Phenotyping and Secretome Characterization
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[Fat Harvesting for Micro-Fragmented Adipose Tissue Injections: A Pilot Study Comparing Safety in Procedures
Bruno Butturi Varone1, Rodrigo Bernstein Conde2, Chilan B G Leite1,3
1Grupo de Joelho, Instituto de Ortopedia e Traumatologia, Hospital das Clínicas (HCFMUSP), Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brasil.
Revista Brasileira De Ortopedia
|December 12, 2025
Summary
Orthopedic surgeons can safely harvest adipose tissue for micro-fragmented adipose tissue (mFAT) knee injections. Their complication rates are comparable to plastic surgeons, indicating a successful learning curve with proper training.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Plastic Surgery
- Regenerative Medicine

