Evaluation of aging changes of the superficial fat compartments of the midface over time: A computed tomography study

Background Previous studies on alterations in superficial fat compartments with age yielded contradictory results; the superficial fat tissue volume or thickness was reported to increase, decrease, or remain unchanged. Aims To investigate volumetric and dimensional changes in superficial midfacial f...

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Published in:Journal of cosmetic dermatology 2022-04, Vol.21 (4), p.1430-1435
Main Authors: Sarigul Guduk, Sukran, Cevik Cenkeri, Halime, Derin Cicek, Esin, Kus, Sadiye
Format: Article
Language:English
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Adipose Tissue - diagnostic imaging
Aging
Child, Preschool
Face - diagnostic imaging
facial adipose system
facial aging
Female
Humans
Male
Middle Aged
Retrospective Studies
superficial facial fat
superficial facial fat compartments
Tomography, X-Ray Computed
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Summary:Background Previous studies on alterations in superficial fat compartments with age yielded contradictory results; the superficial fat tissue volume or thickness was reported to increase, decrease, or remain unchanged. Aims To investigate volumetric and dimensional changes in superficial midfacial fat tissue retrospectively in patients who underwent a repeated computed tomography (CT). Methods A total of 262 patients (mean age, 46 years; median elapsed time between two CT imagings, 56 months) were included. Axial and sagittal planes were used for measurements of the medial part of the superficial cheek fat (SCF), which is divided into three compartments. The thickness, width, and height of each compartment were measured, and volumes were calculated for both hemifaces. Additionally, results were compared between males and females, and between three age groups:
ISSN:1473-2130
1473-2165
DOI:10.1111/jocd.14292