Partial cicatricial alopecia after temporal filler with hyaluronic acid

Kutlubay Z., Özkan Ö., Goldust M., GÜLŞEN F.

Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy, cilt.27, sa.4-5, ss.159-162, 2025 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus) identifier identifier identifier

  • Yayın Türü: Makale / Tam Makale
  • Cilt numarası: 27 Sayı: 4-5
  • Basım Tarihi: 2025
  • Doi Numarası: 10.1080/14764172.2025.2508990
  • Dergi Adı: Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy
  • Derginin Tarandığı İndeksler: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus, Academic Search Premier, MEDLINE
  • Sayfa Sayıları: ss.159-162
  • Anahtar Kelimeler: aesthetic medicine, Alopecia, filler complications, hyaluronic acid
  • İstanbul Üniversitesi-Cerrahpaşa Adresli: Evet

Özet

Filler injection-associated alopecia is a rare complication. To date, including our case, we have identified 17 reported cases of alopecia following filler injection. Although uncommon, this complication should not be overlooked, especially given the increasing popularity of cosmetic procedures and the potential for misuse by unqualified individuals. In our case, unilateral partial cicatricial alopecia developed in the temporoparietal region following hyaluronic acid (HA) filler injection into the temporal area. The patient presented one month after the procedure, with no signs of vascular occlusion. Topical minoxidil was prescribed, resulting in approximately 80% hair regrowth in the affected area.