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Regenerative
Medicine
The use of fat (adipose) tissue presents a new option in reconstructive and aesthetic surgery.
Fat is good! It turns out that fat removed through Liposuction procedures can be valuable for the regeneration of soft tissue defects, scar management, healing of wounds for diabetic
ulcers, post radiation burns and chronic ulcers in patients.
The Q-Graft: the Revolutionary device to harvest SVF cell harvesting at the point-of-care
The new compact Q-graft® system for the intraoperative separation and collection of adipose regenerative cells – stromal vascular fraction (SVF) and adipose stem cells (ASC) – will enhance and facilitate the research and clinical applications of adipose derived regenerative cells in many therapeutic indications.
The Q-graft® system consists of
- the single-use Q-graft® collector and
- the device Q-graft® control.
The Q-graft® collector allows to collect and concentrate the lipoaspirate and to separate the regenerative cells (SVF and ASC/adMSC) in one sterile closed system, directly on the sterile instrument table in the operating room or in the research laboratory.
The corresponding control unit Q-graft® control regulates the functions of the single-use Q-graft® collector. The Q-graft® collector is placed on top of Q-graft® control, directly on the sterile operating or instrument table. Q-graft® control regulates the warming and mixing of the lipoaspirate during incubation, and the cross flow filtration during the concentration of the SVF cell suspension.
The lipid free SVF cell suspension is directly sampled from the sterile Q-graft® collector into a syringe via the CELLS port.
ADVANTAGES
The advantages
of the Q-Graft system
The gentle power
of the water-jet
The innovative principle of the water-jet assisted method is based on using the gentle power of the water-jet in an intelligent manner.
The innovations
of water-jet technology
- The low mechanical force effect during liposuction, due to a moderate suction and the selective power of the water-jet, allows for a much easier handling of the cannula. In turn making it more comfortable for both the surgeon and the patient.
- The precise and tissue-sparing detachment of fat cells from the tissue structure minimizes the patient’s pain, swelling, reduces the risk of a hematoma and shortens the convalescent period.
- The simultaneous irrigation and aspiration, coupled with the smaller volume of tumescent fluid used (approx. 70% less tumescent fluid used for pre infiltration) reduces the stress on the tissue.
- The use of a centrifuge, or other fat processing procedures, are not necessary which results in time-saving and a better vitality of the fat cells.
- The smooth and passive mixture of the fat collected in the container improves the consistency of the fat removed from different body areas (e.g. from abdomen and thighs).
- Easy and direct extraction of the untreated fat cells from the container
Our cannulas enhance the innovative use of the water-jet. They represent one component of the sterile and closed liposuction and fat harvesting system designed in our research and development department.
Our cannulas allow gentle detaching of the fat cells from the tissue whilst simultaneously aspirating them. This saves time and protects the aspirated fat cells. Furthermore, the pressure of the fine, fan-shaped water-jet can be adjusted to the different connective tissue structures. As a result, the surrounding subcutaneous adipose tissue, as well as nerves and blood vessels, remain much less traumatised.
Besides the advantage of a particularly sparing and almost pain-free liposuction, much more vital adipose tissue can be harvested using the water jet-assisted method. The higher the quality and the more vital the harvested adipose tissue is, the greater are the chances that the injected fat cells adhere after autologous fat transfer.
Likewise, we significantly improved the collection and processing of the body’s own fat for autologous fat transfer. The harvested fat is gently separated from the remaining fluid in our LipoCollector® or FillerCollector® and can be immediately used for fat transfer.
Cell Treatments at the scarless cosmetic surgery
We offer autologous fat grafting with stem cells for regeneration of soft tissue defects, scar management, healing of wounds for diabetic ulcers, post radiation burns and chronic ulcers for patients. We also offer all forms of aesthetic surgery such as breast augmentation using fat grafting, implant removal and replacement with fat (for capsular fibrosis), breast reconstruction using fat (after mastectomy for breast cancer), gluteal and hip augmentation (Colombian Butt lift) and facial fillers including nasolabial fold, lips and asymmetries. Other procedures involving the patient’s own fat include rejuvenation of hands and replacing facial volume during a face lift procedure.
One major advantage of fat grafting is that it is safe and simple, often not even involving a cut in the skin, thus minimising scarring and enabling the patient to return to their daily activities within a few hours to days.
Fat Grafting & Stem Cells
On the lower extremity using lipotransfer
(*DEALT = DEbridement with Autologous Lipo-Transfer)
The enormous effect of autologous lipotransfer on wound healing – a relatively easy-to-perform, cost-effective, and well tolerated procedure.
The authors describe a simple and useful technique to improve wound healing in diabetic feet and chronic lower limb ulcers with a background of peripheral vascular disease, where other interventional options to achieve wound healing have failed.
Problem wounds on the lower extremity responding to lipotransfer
- Diabetic feet
- Pressure sores
- Peripheral vascular disease
- Chronic scars
- Post surgical wounds
- Post traumatic wounds
Breast And Body
Natural breast augmentation with your body’s own fat may be a good option for breast enlargement in patients reluctant to use breast implants and who desire a natural look with their own tissue. Dr. Tawfik is one of a handful of early pioneers in this new technology that uses the patient’s own fat to create a natural filler for breast enhancement.
Dr Tawfik uses the latest technology in Regenerative MÉDECINE called the Q-graft apparatus which is set in a sterile OR Table as a Laboratory, after harvesting 75 cc of fat , the Q-graft delivers 20cc of stem cells Solutions containing millions of mesenchymal stem cells, sterile, ready to be use right away. The Q-graft compared to other competitor is the only apparatus using mechanical separation with no enzyme used.
As well amazing results to rejuvenate your decolletè and your neck wrinkles.
Face
PRL WITH STEM CELLS FOR FACIAL REJUVENATION
EXCELLENT RESULTS FOR DARK CIRCLES UNDER THE EYES
The use of fat may be indicated for patients considering:
- Facelift surgery and facial rejuvenation with fillers
- Facial reconstruction with or without a history of radiation
- Natural breast augmentation with 1-2 cup size enlargement
- Breast reconstruction for partial mastectomy with or without radiation
- Secondary breast procedures for capsular contraction, implant rippling and other complications related to breast implants
- Body contour concerns and defects
- Buttock augmentation
- HIV related lipoatrophy
- For more information on how adult stem cells from fat works, please schedule a consultation.
Other Applications Of Stem Cells
The use of our body’s own tissues and cells for regenerative means is gaining popularity as researchers show the benefits of fat and its contents, which include stem cells, regenerative cells, vascular endothelial cells, certain macrophages and scores of growth factors, cytokines and other biologically active components of fat are being used for numerous cosmetic and functional concerns:
- Chronic pain associated with orthopaedic injuries and other surgical conditions
- Orthopaedic injuries and osteoarthritis
- Balding in men and women
- Old burns and burn scars
- Raynaud's and certain autoimmune diseases
- Non-healing wounds
- Facial aging
- Acne scars
- Sun Damage
- Laser injuries
- Certain scars and wounds
- Hand restoration
- Degenerative neurological diseases
- Vaginal rejuvenation
- Urinary stress incontinence
- FIV failure
- Lichen sclerosis
- Vulvar dystrophy