Biopolymers are harmful materials that are injected into the subcutaneous tissue to increase volume and improve aesthetics. However, in the majority of cases, over time they can lead to deformities, infections, autoimmune reactions, localized reactions, alogenosis, among other issues, making their removal important. The use of biopolymers or biogels can gradually cause deformities in patients, as well as trigger irregularities and toxic problems in the body.
Procedure
The extraction of biopolymers depends on the area where they are placed, such as in the face where minimal incisions are made to remove them, leaving the patient with only a small scar in some cases.
The area where biopolymers are mostly placed is in the gluteal region, Using special equipment (Soring) and ultrasonic energy based on liquefying the substance, the biopolymers are extracted, taking care not to affect other muscles of the patient. Alternatively, they can be removed through direct visualization during larger surgeries or through laparoscopy.
Unfortunately, biopolymers cannot be completely removed in a single session. It usually requires 2 or 3 additional sessions to remove the substance that is more mixed with the tissues and muscle. Imaging studies such as Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) are used to determine the extent of the biopolymers and identify which ones can be completely removed without affecting other areas.
FAQ
These are synthetic substances such as liquid silicone or industrial oils injected to increase the volume of certain areas of the body such as the buttocks, hips, face, among others. These can cause chronic inflammatory reactions, migration to other tissues or organs, formation of granulomas or hardening, and infections.
In many cases, it is not possible to remove 100% of the biopolymers, especially if they have mixed with surrounding tissues or migrated. However, removal significantly reduces the associated symptoms and risks.
Over time, biopolymers tend to migrate into neighboring tissues, increasing the risk of damage; they cause a chronic inflammatory response that affects general health, and can cause physical deformities or functional problems, which is why removal is crucial to prevent major complications.
Some of the symptoms may include chronic inflammation or pain in the treated area, the formation of lumps or granulomas, difficulty moving the affected area or a feeling of hardness, as well as aesthetic changes such as asymmetry, irregularities or displacement of the material, as well as recurrent infections or abscesses.
There is no set time for removal, but the sooner problems are detected, the better the response to treatment. In some cases, removal is performed months or even years after the injection, when complications are evident.
Diagnosis can be made through three scenarios: Clinical evaluation, which consists of observing symptoms and physical examination; medical imaging such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or ultrasound to identify the exact location of the material. Biopsies may also be performed in some cases if serious complications are suspected.