Abstract
Parry-Romberg syndrome is a rare disorder characterized by unilateral facial atrophy affecting skin, subcutaneous tissue, muscle, and osteocartilaginous structures. The etiology of the localized tissue atrophy remains unknown; different pathogenic factors have been involved such as autoimmunity, cervicofacial trauma, infections, or abnormalities of the trigeminal nerve. The authors describe the technique of stem cell-assisted fat transfer to the face as well as the possible complications. Autologous fat transplantation is an excellent choice to improve facial aesthetics in patients with Romberg disease. It is a good alternative to the historical free tissue transfer in moderate cases with minimal morbidity and good long-term outcome.
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Isac, C., Isac, A. (2014). Fat Transplantation for Hemifacial Atrophy: In Search for Improved Techniques. In: Shiffman, M., Di Giuseppe, A., Bassetto, F. (eds) Stem Cells in Aesthetic Procedures. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-45207-9_31
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