Guideline for the Prevention, Diagnosis, and Management of Acute Bacterial Soft Tissue Infections Following Nonsurgical Cosmetic Procedures

J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2021 Sep;14(9 Suppl 1):S29-S35. Epub 2021 Sep 1.

Abstract

The Complications in Medical Aesthetics Collaborative (CMAC) is a nonprofit organization established to promote best patient outcomes through educating clinicians in the prevention, diagnosis, and management of complications that can arise following nonsurgical cosmetic procedures. The organization is a global community sharing information, learning, experience, and data to promote best practices. There is no reliable data on the risk or incidence of acute infection following a nonsurgical cosmetic procedure, but it is considered to be a rare complication. This article explores the evidence base for precautions and best practice standards, including an examination of the rational for standard aftercare advice and guidance on prevention, diagnosis, and management protocols.

Keywords: Acute infection dermal fillers; acute infection cosmetic treatment; acute infection treatment; acute skin infection diagnosis; antibiotic stewardship; complications dermal fillers; dermal fillers risks; skin infection.

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  • Review