Mesotherapy

What it is

Mesotherapy describes a microinjection technique rather than one standard product. Safety, purpose and evidence depend on the exact substance injected.

What is assessed

“Mesotherapy” describes a technique rather than one standard treatment. The exact product, indication and quality of supporting evidence must be explained before proceeding.

How treatment is carried out

The doctor must identify the proposed product, indication and evidence before placing small quantities superficially in selected areas. Generic claims about mesotherapy are not sufficient for consent.

Limits and alternatives

Because products and protocols vary, one result or safety profile cannot be assumed. It is not a universal treatment for skin quality, fat or hair concerns.

What the literature says

Published position papers describe mesotherapy as a delivery technique rather than a single treatment. Evidence and safety depend primarily on the injected substance, sterility and technique, and randomised evidence is limited for several uses.

Risks and unwanted effects

Pain, redness, swelling, bruising, allergy, infection, nodules and inflammatory reactions may occur. Risks depend heavily on the substance used; treatment is not appropriate during pregnancy or active infection.

Contraindications and medical assessment

Pregnancy, breastfeeding, active infection, relevant allergy and some medical conditions or medicines may exclude treatment. The exact contraindications depend on the injected substance.

Aftercare and follow-up

Pain, redness, swelling and bruising may occur. Allergy, infection, nodules or inflammation require medical assessment.

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