Adverse Events Reported From Hyaluronic Acid Dermal Filler Injections to the Facial Region: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Jessica Colon; Sophia Mirkin; Patrick Hardigan; Matthew J Elias; Robin J Jacobs

doi:10.7759/cureus.38286

journal article Apr 29, 2023

Adverse Events Reported From Hyaluronic Acid Dermal Filler Injections to the Facial Region: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Jessica Colon Sophia Mirkin Patrick Hardigan Matthew J Elias Robin J Jacobs

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