Complications from Cosmetic Procedures Performed by Non-Professionals: A Case Analysis and Review of Treatments / 대한피부과학회지
Korean Journal of Dermatology
;
: 222-229, 2014.
Article
in Korean
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-52770
ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:
As the desire to maintain a youthful appearance escalates nationwide, the numbers of patients presenting with complications subsequent to cosmetic treatments performed by non-professionals are increasing.OBJECTIVE:
The purpose of this study was to overview complications from cosmetic therapeutic attempts by non-professionals, and to discuss their management from a dermatologist's point of view.METHODS:
During the period January 1st, 2011 to December 31st, 2013, a total of 24 patients who visited the Severance Hospital at Yonsei University for complications that developed after cosmetic treatments by oriental doctors, non-medical personnel, and general practitioners were enrolled in this study. Patient clinical characteristics, past history, diagnosis, biopsy results, and treatment information were collected.RESULTS:
The most common complication was a granulomatous foreign body reaction (n=15, 62.5%), followed by skin necrosis (n=8, 33.3%), and misdiagnosis and malpractice by non-professionals (n=5, 20.8%). Three patients had more than 2 complications combined. Patients with granulomatous foreign body reactions were usually managed with conservative treatments or excisions, while those with skin necrosis were managed with debridement and secondary intention healing.CONCLUSION:
As the number of cosmetic therapeutic attempts made by non-professionals increases, dermatologists need to understand the potential complications that can arise following these procedures, and should take an active role in managing the patients.
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WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Main subject:
Skin
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Biopsy
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Granuloma, Foreign-Body
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Foreign-Body Reaction
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Debridement
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Intention
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Diagnosis
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Diagnostic Errors
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General Practitioners
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Foreign Bodies
Type of study:
Diagnostic study
Limits:
Adolescent
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Humans
Language:
Korean
Journal:
Korean Journal of Dermatology
Year:
2014
Type:
Article
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