Spot Reduction of Localized Fat Deposits on the Lateral Thighs by Simultaneous Emission of Synchronized Radiofrequency and High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic Energy: Magnetic Resonance Multicenter Study.
Dermatol Surg
; 49(1): 48-53, 2023 01 01.
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ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:
Unwanted lateral fat most prominently affects the female population and may cause self-esteem issues.OBJECTIVE:
To investigate the effectiveness and safety of synchronized high-intensity focused electromagnetic (HIFEM) + radiofrequency (RF) for the treatment of lateral thigh adipose tissue. MATERIALS ANDMETHODS:
Ninety-three subjects (21-70 year old) received 4, 30-minute HIFEM + RF treatments of the lateral thighs. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the treated area was obtained at baseline, 1, 3, and 6 months post-treatment to document the changes in fat layer thickness. Furthermore, digital photographs, circumference measurements of the lateral thighs, subjects' satisfaction questionnaires, and therapy safety and comfort were documented.RESULTS:
Magnetic resonance imaging revealed a significant reduction of fat tissue in the saddlebag region peaking at 3 months (-18 ± 5.5 mm; N = 51). The thigh circumference measured at 3 predefined levels decreased on average by 2.3 cm, with the greatest change at the level of 10 cm below the infragluteal fold (-3.5 cm, 3-month follow-up). Results were maintained at 6 months. No adverse events were recorded. The therapy was found comfortable with a high satisfaction rate.CONCLUSION:
High-intensity focused electromagnetic + RF treatment to the lateral thigh area demonstrated effectiveness in long-term fat thickness reduction by MRI imaging. Secondary endpoint showed simultaneous effectiveness and safety.
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Clinical_trials
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Adult
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Aged
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Female
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Humans
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Middle aged
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Dermatol Surg
Assunto da revista:
DERMATOLOGIA
Ano de publicação:
2023
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