The Effects of Fat Harvesting and Preparation, Air Exposure, Obesity, and Stem Cell Enrichment on Adipocyte Viability Prior to Graft Transplantation

Conclusions
To maximize adipocyte viability, fat should be obtained with dilute local anesthetics and low vacuum pressure, and the lipoaspirate should be maintained in a closed system. To clear cellular debris and blood, the lipoaspirate should be prepared by washing, and the fat should be enriched with adipose stem cells. Decreased adipocyte viability should be expected when fat is harvested from patients with high BMIs.

Source: Aesthetic Surgery Journal - October 17, 2016 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Cucchiani, R., Corrales, L. Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research