Real-Time Ultrasound Assisted Gluteal Fat Grafting: Increasing Safety in Gluteal Fat Augmentation

The document presents a study on real-time ultrasound-assisted gluteal fat grafting aimed at increasing the safety of gluteal fat augmentation procedures. The study involved 15 consecutive female patients who underwent the procedure with epidural anesthesia. The mean volume of harvested fat was 3533 ml, and the mean volume injected per gluteal region was 528 ml. The use of ultrasound allowed for accurate, real-time identification of the subcutaneous injection planes, ensuring that all injections were subcutaneous and avoiding injury to deep vessels. Despite the benefits, the downsides included the cost of the ultrasound device, increased surgical time, the need for an assistant, and a learning curve. The conclusion drawn from the study is that real-time ultrasound assistance in gluteal fat grafting is reliable and can decrease the risks of major complications associated with the procedure.