Gluteal Augmentation with Hyaluronic Acid Filler: A Retrospective Analysis Using the BODY-Q Scale.

[INTRODUCTION] Minimally invasive techniques, such as filler injection, are now available for posterior body contouring. However, limited data on the outcome of gluteal augmentation with hyaluronic acid (HA) are available in the literature.

[MATERIAL AND METHODS] We performed a retrospective analysis of 43 patients with Body Mass Index ≤ 30, and low-grade ptosis or no ptosis who underwent gluteal augmentation with HA at our clinics. Treatment response was evaluated with a patient-reported assessment scale (BODY-Q) at baseline, and after 6 months.

[RESULTS] Patients were satisfied with treatment as observed by a statistically significant increase in mean BODY-Q scores at 6 months (8.14 ± 2.19 vs. 14.40 ± 2.38, p < 0.0001). Such increase was more pronounced in patients who were treated with a higher number of vials (8-12 vials vs. 14-20 vials). No serious complications were observed during or after treatment.

[CONCLUSION] Gluteal augmentation with hyaluronic fillers is a safe, minimally invasive procedure with good aesthetic results.

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