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December 27, 2012

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The staff of Cosmetic Surgery Times extends you warm wishes for a joyous holiday season. In this newsletter please find a collection of the most-read articles from 2012.

Brazilian model dies after liposuction

Authorities are investigating the death of a Brazilian model who experienced complications after undergoing liposuction surgery.
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Facial fillers linked to blindness

The improper use of cosmetic fillers in glabellar or nasolabial fold areas can cause retinal artery occlusion, which is associated with permanent blindness, according to a recent study. » Full article

FDA approves topical anesthetic cream

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a supplemental new drug application for a topical local anesthetic cream to be used in superficial cosmetic procedures. » Full article

California law targets illegal medspas

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a supplemental new drug application for a topical local anesthetic cream to be used in superficial cosmetic procedures. » Full article

Health officials close Maryland surgical center

Maryland health officials have shut down a medspa after three patients who had undergone liposuction procedures developed severe invasive group A Streptococcus, and one of the patients died. » Full article

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The Business of Medicine Summit (Philadelphia, Feb 23-24 2013) is a CME-CERTIFIED meeting focused on the practical aspects of running a successful practice. Presented by nationally-recognized experts, topics will include practice management, electronic health records, risk management, healthcare reform and health policy, reimbursement, corporate tax structure, and many other topics focused on supporting today's and tomorrow's physicians and medical practices.Visit: www.bizmedicine.org

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