Objectives: Hand Rejuvenation, anatomical guidelines, injection techniques
Introduction: Beside the face, first signs of aging are clearly shown in the hands. Due to the high demand, different techniques for hand rejuvenation using either structural fat grafts or injectable fillers to restore the volume have been performed. Mesotherapy, lasers, chemical peelings or sclerotherapy help to treat the superficial signs of aging. We wanted to demonstrate the right plane of injection for safe volumetric restoration.
Materials / method: Having dissected 12 cadaveric hands, evaluation clearly showed the best placement of volumetric fillers.
Results: Histologic examination showed three fatty laminae which are separated by thin fascias. No structures transversing the subcutaneous, superficial fatty lamina could be found. Dorsal veins and dorsal sensory nerves could be found within the intermediate lamina. The extensor tendons were found within the deep lamina.
Conclusion: Following anatomical dissection we could demonstrate the safe approach injecting into the intermediate lamina with minimal risk of adverse events.
Disclosures
Did you receive any funding to support your research for this TOPIC?
No
Were you provided with any honoraria, payment or other compensation for your work on this study?
No
Do you have any financial relationship with any entity which may closely compete with the medications, materials or instruments covered by your study?
No
Do you own or have you applied for any patents in conjunction with the instruments, medications or materials discussed in your study?
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This work was not supported by any direct or non direct funding. It is under the author's own responsability