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In the Industry Vocabulary Test
fat grafting
Surgical technique transferring patient's own fat from one body area to another for volume restoration.
Full Definition
Fat grafting, also known as autologous fat transfer, involves harvesting fat cells from one part of the patient's body through liposuction, processing the fat to remove impurities, and then injecting it into areas requiring volume enhancement or reconstruction. The procedure is commonly used for facial rejuvenation, breast reconstruction, and body contouring. Success depends on proper fat processing techniques and injection methods to ensure adequate fat cell survival and natural-looking results.
Usage
Usage note: Distinguish from synthetic fillers; emphasize the autologous (patient's own tissue) nature when documenting.
In Context
- "Fat grafting to the cheeks provided natural volume restoration with excellent integration." — Postoperative assessment
- "The fat grafting procedure combined harvesting from the abdomen with facial injection." — Operative description
Also known as
fat transfer
lipofilling
autologous fat injection
Contrasted with
liposuction
fat removal
Don't confuse with
fat injection
dermal filler