Author/Authors :
Namazi, Nastaran Department of Dermatology - Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran , Ershadi, Sara Department of Dermatology - Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran , Rahbar Nikoukar, Laya School of Medicine - Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran , Ghassemipour, Morteza Department of Dermatology - Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran
Abstract :
Polyacrylamide hydrogel (PAAG) was initially considered to be
a compatible, non-toxic, non-biodegradable material. However,
recent studies have shown that numerous adverse events occur
after using this permanent filler. The incidence of complications
following PAAG injection has been reported to be about 6.7%.
Herein, we report a 32-year-old female who developed an
inflammatory reaction 12 years after PAAG injection for zygomatic
facial augmentation. Microscopic evaluation of the lesion showed
giant cells and granuloma formation. The patient was successfully
treated with prednisolone. PAAG is associated with inflammatory
reactions which may present even years after injection.
