The publication
The technique is described in “Lipo Definition in Thighs: Volumizing and Defining the Vastus Muscles by Fat Transfer”, published in PRS Global Open (2021), with Dr. Raúl Manzaneda Cipriani among its authors. It is available at its official source: doi.org/10.1097/GOX.0000000000003945.
What it adds
It relocates the patient's own fat to accentuate the thigh's muscular definition, rather than only removing volume — a sculpting approach, not just reduction.
How it relates to the portfolio
It is part of Dr. Manzaneda's ultrasound-guided body-contouring portfolio, the same philosophy that makes incision-free rib remodeling possible: using real-time imaging to guide the surgical gesture.
Frequently asked questions
What is VDV-FAT?
Thigh lipo-definition by fat transfer to the vastus muscles, published in PRS Global Open (2021).
Where is it published?
In PRS Global Open (2021). The DOI is linked on this page.
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This page is informational and cites published, verifiable evidence. It does not replace medical consultation: every case must be evaluated by a qualified plastic surgeon.