Fat grafting, also known as fat transplantation or lipofilling has become a popular surgery even though it is associated with variable and unpredictable results. Several modifications and reforms have been made to fat grafting. The procedure involves the removal of fat tissue by liposuction. The tissue is then processed into liquid and injected into another part of the body, for instance, the breast area to recreate the breast.
The autologous fat grafting is clinically applicable for correcting secondary contour defects after breast reconstruction, painful scar contractures, and treatment of burn scars and radiodermatitis. It is also used in aesthetic surgeries, including facial and hand rejuvenation, augmentation rhinoplasty, and breast and gluteal augmentation. Fat processing is an important step as lipoaspirate not only contains adipocytes but also collagen fibers, blood, and cell…
