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Do repetitive botulinum neurotoxin injections induce muscle fibrosis? Sonographic observation of the masseter muscle.

Hyeon-Jung KooHyewon HuWooram KimJi-Soo KimHee-Jin KimHee-Jin Kim
Published in: Journal of cosmetic dermatology (2023)
The fibrotic masseter muscles appear hyperechoic, and ultrasonography is necessary to analyze the degree and location of fibrosis. Predictions can be made for cases in which botulinum neurotoxin injections may have less of an effect after ultrasonography. Because muscle fibrosis can be localized, it is necessary to confirm the degree and location of fibrosis before determining the effective area of injection. In clinical practice, muscle fibrosis may be visible in a specific area where blind injections are administered.
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