Intermediate
Technical
In the Industry Vocabulary Test
fat grafting
Transfer of harvested fat from one body area to another for volume enhancement.
Full Definition
A surgical technique involving liposuction harvest of fat from donor sites, processing for purification, and injection into recipient areas for volume augmentation. Commonly used for breast reconstruction, facial rejuvenation, and buttock enhancement. Success depends on proper technique and fat survival rates, with typical retention of 50-70% of transferred volume long-term.
Usage
Usage note: Hyphenate when used as a compound modifier; 'autologous fat transfer' is more formal.
In Context
- "Fat grafting provides natural volume enhancement using the patient's own tissue." — Procedure explanation
- "Multiple fat grafting sessions may be required to achieve desired volume." — Treatment planning
Also known as
fat transfer
lipofilling
autologous fat transfer
Contrasted with
fat removal
Don't confuse with
dermal fillers
implant placement