Complications of AQUAfilling Injections
Author Information
Author(s): Delire Bluette, Dragean Cristina Anca
Primary Institution: Institut de Recherche Expérimentale et Clinique (IREC), Cliniques Universitaires Saint Luc, Université Catholique de Louvain, Brussels, Belgium
Hypothesis
What are the potential complications associated with AQUAfilling injections?
Conclusion
The study highlights the long-term complications of AQUAfilling injections, including multiloculated abscesses and soft tissue inflammation.
Supporting Evidence
- AQUAfilling is a hydrophilic gel that can lead to long-term complications.
- The patient experienced debilitating pain and swelling after receiving AQUAfilling injections.
- Imaging studies revealed significant fluid collections and inflammation.
- The infection was caused by Staphylococcus lugdunensis.
Takeaway
AQUAfilling injections can cause serious problems like infections and swelling years after they are done.
Methodology
The case report details a patient with complications from AQUAfilling injections, including imaging studies and management of the infection.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting the generalizability of the findings.
Participant Demographics
A 39-year-old female patient.
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