Counterfeit esthetic devices and patient safety in dermatology. (8th March 2018)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Wang, Jordan V; Zachary, Christopher B; Saedi, Nazanin
• Is Part Of: Journal of cosmetic dermatology. Volume 17:Number 3(2018:Jun.)
• Page Start: 396
• Page End: 397
• Publication Date: 2018-03-08
• Subjects: bioethics -- dermatology -- esthetics -- lasers -- medical devices; Skin -- Diseases -- Treatment -- Periodicals; Lasers in surgery -- Periodicals; Skin -- Pathophysiology -- Periodicals; Surgery, Plastic -- Periodicals; 616.5
• DOI: 10.1111/jocd.12526
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1473-2130

Abstract

Summary: This study addresses the dilemma concerned with meeting patients who may have encountered counterfeit esthetic devices in the marketplace. Over the past several years, we have witnessed a rise in counterfeit injectables and medical devices in our field. Often times, the procedures are marketed to patients at significantly reduced prices compared to competitors. Patients may be unaware that counterfeit devices exist and may unknowingly have procedures completed using untested and uncertified devices. It is important for clinicians to recognize when their patients may be encountering counterfeit devices, know what to do in this situation, and offer the best recommendations.