Deoxycholic Acid in Submental Fat Reduction: A Review of Properties, Adverse Effects, and Complications

    Gabriela Alacarini Farina, Karen Cherubini, Maria Antonia Zancanaro de Figueiredo, Fernanda Gonçalves Salum
    Studysummary In this study, the authors reported that while deoxycholic acid effectively reduces submental fat, it can cause adverse effects such as edema, numbness, and skin necrosis, making knowledge of possible complications essential for clinicians.
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