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This review aims to summarize the recognition, prevention, and management of vascular occlusion following dermal filler injections.

July 1, 2026Open Access

Vascular Occlusion After Dermal Filler Injection: Early Recognition, Prevention, and Management — An Updated Narrative Review

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This review aims to summarize the recognition, prevention, and management of vascular occlusion following dermal filler injections.
Narrative literature review conducted using PubMed and manual searches.
Focus on articles published between January 2018 and April 2026.
Included systematic reviews, clinical guidelines, and relevant case reports.
Filler-induced vascular occlusion can arise from intravascular injection or vascular compression.
Early signs include blanching, disproportionate pain, and discoloration.
Management involves cessation of injection, high-dose hyaluronidase, and urgent evaluation for vision symptoms.

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Narrative review reveals prevention and management strategies for vascular occlusion in aesthetic medicine, highlighting implications for safety.

Garcia et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Narrative review reveals prevention and management strategies for vascular occlusion in aesthetic medicine, highlighting implications for safety.