Anatomic–Radiologic Study on Gluteal Danger Zones

Abstract

BACKGROUND: The “Brazilian” gluteal augmentation procedure has proven to be a dangerous and potentially deadly procedure. Fat injections with cannulation of gluteal veins and sciatic nerves have been described and reported in literature. This study aims to map and better describe the localization and caliper of dangerous structures of the gluteal region, dividing the 3-dimensional area in layers from superficial to deep. Therefore, a delineation of the “danger zones” of the “Brazilian” buttock augmentation would be the final purpose of this effort, with the intent of helping the surgeon limiting the potential complications during gluteal fat injections.