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Article: Arterial embolization caused by Zyplast II.(Case Reports)
- Article from:
- Journal of Drugs in Dermatology
- Article date:
- January 1, 2003
- Author:
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Introduction
Arterial embolization caused by injectable preparations for soft-tissue augmentation may be less uncommon than was previously thought. This Case Report describes and explains an arterial embolization as an adverse reaction in a patient under our care.
Case report
A 40 year old woman under our care was receiving Zyplast II injections at 6 to 9 month intervals in order to reduce the wrinkles on her forehead. The material was injected intradermally with a 30 gauge beveled needle.
During her latest treatment session, the glabellar area blanched suddenly. The needle was removed immediately, the region was massaged for several ...