Use of autologous fat grafting for the correction of burn scar contracture in the hand: a case report
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Severe burn injuries to the hand represent a topic of great concern due to long-term complications such as hypertrofic burn scar and contracture, which may result in loss of function. We present a case of burn scar contracture in the hand of a child undergoing Z-plasty and lipofilling.
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Procedure, applications, and outcomes of autologous fat grafting
OBJECTIVE To systematically review the procedure, applications, and outcomes of autologous fat grafting, a promising technique with various clinical applications. PATIENTS AND METHODS Literature review of publications concerning autologous fat grafting. RESULTS Since its introduction, lipofilling has become increasingly popular; however, its results are variable and unpredictable. Several m...
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