Poly-L-lactic acid is an injectable implant renowned for its absorbable and semi-permanent nature, exhibiting the unique capability to restore volume and prompt collagen formation gradually. With FDA approval specifically for addressing facial fat loss linked to antiretroviral therapy-induced lipoatrophy in HIV patients, this implant is effective for correcting nasolabial fold deficiencies and various facial wrinkles in immunocompetent individuals. Beyond its approved applications, poly-L-lactic acid is used off-label in augmenting areas such as cheeks, hands, neck, thighs, gluteal enhancement, and rectifying chest wall deformities like pectus excavatum or thoracic deformities post-surgical procedures.This activity discusses poly-L-lactic acid’s mode of action, modes of administration, potential adverse events, eligible patient populations, and monitoring protocols. Emphasizing the pivotal role of the interprofessional team in managing patients undergoing poly-L-lactic acid treatment, this educational initiative provides a thorough understanding of this cutting-edge intervention, fostering enhanced patient care and outcomes.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/511
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.0 hours
Nursing: 1.0 hours
Pharmacy: 1.0 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABPATH - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABIM - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABOHNS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABOHNS) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
- Measured Outcome: Learner Knowledge, Learner/Team Competence
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all
- Specialty: All Practice Areas (e.g. ethics), Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, General Surgery, Infectious Disease