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Research Roundup
Abstract
In this regular feature, aesthetic nurse Claudia McGloin presents a brief synopsis of a range of recently published articles on medical aesthetics. Research roundup aims to provide an overview, rather than a detailed summary and critique, of the papers selected. Should you wish to look at any of the papers in more detail, a full reference is provided at the end of each study summary
An increasingly popular medical aesthetic procedure for hand atrophy and ageing is hand rejuvenation.
The main objective of this study was to evaluate the techniques, outcomes and complications that are associated with hand rejuvenation treatments.
To carry out this study, the authors used a systematic review using a computerised search. Publication descriptors, methodological details, techniques, outcomes and complications were obtained. The authors assessed the articles by using the MINORS and Cochrane instruments.
A total of 31 studies were included. Most were prospective case series that were published within the past 5 years. Furthermore, the average age of patients was 56 years, while the average mean sample size was 47.
The study found that the most common treatments were Radiesse (32.2%) and fat grafting (32.2%). There were no serious complications seen in any of the studies; however, minor and temporary complications were observed, including oedema and pain. The authors noted that injection techniques varied, but the proximal to distal fanning technique and cannula use was associated with a lower risk of complications. Both Radiesse and fat grafting had long-term aesthetic results.
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