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Journal of Dermatological Treatment Volume 17, 2006 - Issue 4
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Botulinum toxin A treatment for contouring of the lower leg

Kwang‐Ho Han Chungdam LJH Skin Clinic, Seoul, Korea
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Young‐Hyun Joo Department of Dermatology, Seoul National University College of Medicine and Clinical Research Institute, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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Sang‐Eun Moon Department of Dermatology, Seoul National University College of Medicine and Clinical Research Institute, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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Kyu‐Han Kim Department of Dermatology, Seoul National University College of Medicine and Clinical Research Institute, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, KoreaCorrespondence[email protected]
Pages 250-254 | Received 27 Jul 2005, Accepted 05 Jul 2006, Published online: 12 Jul 2009
 
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Abstract

Background: Botulinum toxin type A is widely used in the treatment of bilateral masseteric hypertrophy in Asians. Botulinum toxin A may have plausible effects on the oversized calf muscles that cause mental distress in Korean women. Objective: We report our successful use of botulinum toxin A in the treatment of two patients with muscular legs. Methods: The toxin was injected into the gastrocnemius muscle, 300–360 U per side. Results: A reduction in calf circumference was noticed 3 weeks after treatment and was maintained for 6–8 months without systemic side effects. Conclusion: Botulinum toxin treatment for enlarged gastrocnemius muscles is a non‐invasive alternative method for the improvement of calf contours.

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