An ugly outcome of a cosmetic procedure

Authors

  • Sajad Ahmad Salati Department of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, King Fahad Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
  • Sari M. Rabah Department of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, King Fahad Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.66344/jpad.v20i3.416

Keywords:

Dermal filler, complications, rejuvenation

Abstract

Dermal fillers are being widely used for rejuvenation of soft tissues. Though usually safe and effective, a wide range of complications can occur. One such case is presented in which dermal filling of hands by an uncertified practitioner led to an ugly outcome.

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Published

21.12.2016

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Case Reports

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An ugly outcome of a cosmetic procedure. J Pak Assoc Dermatol [Internet]. 2016 Dec. 21 [cited 2026 Jul. 22];20(3):182-3. Available from: https://www.jpad.com.pk/index.php/jpad/article/view/416