FAQ · Fat Comparison

Fat transfer – most common complications

Published 1 January 2019 · Updated 22 March 2022

Risks:

Swelling, which can last up to 3 months

Bruising (2 weeks)

Infection (rare, but serious). Antibiotics are prescribed.

Skin fibrosis

Scarring

Skin necrosis requiring surgical removal

Fat necrosis, fat nodule formation

Embolism, death (very rare)

 * Individual results will vary from person to person.

Fat transfer is generally safe for penis enlargement, however, the results are inferior to dermal fillers.

Fat Transfer Issues

Fat Transfer Complications Lumps

Lumps of necrotic fat

Fat Transfer Complications Lumps

Uneven, lumpy results after fat reabsorption

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Dr Gary Horn

Author: Dr Gary Horn

GMC Registered Plastic Surgeon

Androfill Clinic Director

Dr Greta Peciulyte

Medically reviewed by: Dr Greta Peciulyte

GMC Registered Urologist

Androfill Clinical Team

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