Publications by authors named "A D Mandrekas"

Article Synopsis
  • - Phenol/croton oil is a powerful chemical peel used for deep skin resurfacing, promoting skin renewal, but its risks and effectiveness have not been widely researched.
  • - A study involving 64 patients treated from 2014 to 2023 showed significant improvements in wrinkles and acne scars, with successful treatment of seborrheic keratosis while highlighting the mild and reversible nature of any side effects.
  • - Despite its efficacy in skin rejuvenation, the use of phenol/croton oil should be approached with caution due to possible complications associated with the procedure.
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In response to the letter from Drs. Mataro and La Padula addressing our systematic review entitled "Adverse Events Associated with Hyaluronic Acid Filler Injection for Non-surgical Facial Aesthetics: A Systematic Review of High Level of Evidence Studies", we emphasize the deliberate scope of our research. Our review, grounded in rigorous Cochrane standards, specifically aimed to elucidate the adverse events reported in high-quality randomized control studies.

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Background: Hyaluronic acid (HA) dermal fillers are widely used in aesthetic medicine. While generally safe, potential complications can arise.

Objective: This systematic review aims to identify and classify potential complications linked to the use of HA dermal fillers, as informed by high-quality, low-risk-of-bias studies.

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