Cell-assisted lipotransfer.

Sterodimas, Aris; de Faria, Jose; Nicaretta, Beatriz; Papadopoulos, Othonas; Papalambros, Efstathios; Illouz, Yves Gérard · Aesthet Surg J · 2010

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Abstract

Adipose tissue is believed to constitute an ideal source of uncultured stromal stem cells. By optimizing the harvesting, storage, and transplantation of adipose tissue, long-lasting results can be obtained. Cell-assisted lipotransfer (CAL) is a novel approach to autologous fat transplantation in which adipose-derived stem cells are attached to the aspirated fat. The authors describe the cell processing methods, delivery systems, and clinical applications of CAL.

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