Comparative Analysis of Processing Methods in Fat Grafting

Authors :: Salinas, Harry M.
Broelsch, G. Felix
Fernandes, Justin R.
McCormack, Michael C.
Meppelink, Amanda M.
Randolph, Mark A.
Colwell, Amy S.
Austen, William G.
Source :: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery; October 2014, Vol. 134 Issue: 4 p675-683, 9p
Publication Year :: 2014
Abstract: Centrifugation is a popular processing method, with an unclear mechanism of action. Hypotheses include fat concentration, reduced inflammatory response by removal of blood, and concentration of adipose-derived stem cells. The authors performed multiple experiments to determine the role of centrifugation and compared it with a different processing method (meshgauze technique).