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Review
. 2019 Nov;27(4):557-564.
doi: 10.1016/j.fsc.2019.07.010.

Filler-Associated Vision Loss

Ann Q Tran  1 , Patrick Staropoli  1 , Andrew J Rong  1 , Wendy W Lee  2
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Review

Filler-Associated Vision Loss

Ann Q Tran et al. Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am. 2019 Nov.

Abstract

Soft tissue fillers continue to gain popularity in addressing volume loss and changes associated with facial aging. The rare but devastating complication from iatrogenic vascular occlusion can result in irreversible vision loss. This article discusses the complications of vision loss associated with fillers and reviews applicable treatment techniques and prevention methods.

Keywords: Central retinal artery occlusion; Filler complications; Vascular obstruction.

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