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PMID: 21718184 Owner: NLM Status: Publisher |
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Abstract Background: There has been significant interest recently in the technique of mesotherapy as a method of 'melting fat' for body contouring. Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the safety, efficacy and lipolytic potential of several compounds commonly used in cosmetic mesotherapy. Methods: A total of 75 women (mean age: 33 years) were separated randomly into three mesotherapy groups. Injections were performed for 15 treatments once a week. The main component of each cocktail was phosphatidylcholine/deoxycholic acid for group 1, caffeine for group 2, and Conjonctyl(®) for group 3. Outcome was evaluated by weight, body fat percentage (BFP), circumference measurements, and patient questionnaires. Results: Seventy-two of all the patients (96%) showed a circumference loss. An average circumference reduction of 4.41 cm per site for group 1, 2.99 cm for group 2, and 2.10 cm for group 3 was achieved. Mean body circumference loss was statistically significant, with p < 0.00. Weight loss was 5.33 ± 1.09 kg for group 1, 3.74 ± 1.51 kg for group 2, and 2.82 ± 1.43 kg for group 3. Seventy-four subjects (98.7%) showed a BFP decrease. A questionnaire indicated high patient satisfaction (63%). No patient showed irregularities, dimples or any serious side effects after treatment. Conclusion: Mesotherapy is a well-tolerated and effective alternative treatment modality for reducing the diameter of body circumference. |
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Zekayi Kutlubay |
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Type: JOURNAL ARTICLE Date: 2011-6-30 |
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Title: Journal of cosmetic and laser therapy : official publication of the European Society for Laser Dermatology Volume: - ISSN: 1476-4180 ISO Abbreviation: - Publication Date: 2011 Jun |
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Created Date: 2011-7-1 Completed Date: - Revised Date: - |
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Nlm Unique ID: 101136419 Medline TA: J Cosmet Laser Ther Country: - |
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Languages: ENG Pagination: - Citation Subset: - |
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Lazerart Clinics, Division of Dermatology , Istanbul , Turkey. |
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