Metabolic effects of a synthetic lipolytic domain derived from human growth hormone (AOD-9604). Journal of Endocrinology, 2000
All outcomes were continuous, and the relative treatment effects were pooled as mean difference (MD) with 95% confidence intervals
binds GLP-1 receptors on pancreatic -cells (stimulating glucose-dependent insulin secretion), -cells (suppressing glucagon), gastrointestinal tract (slowing gastric emptying), and hypothalamic neurons (suppressing appetite and food intake via arcuate nucleus signaling)
A blood test is the only way to confirm it
However, in general, patients seeking volume restoration (liquid facelift, hand rejuvenation, etc.) need only 1 treatment to see great results from Radiesse
Improper technique or contamination can lead to more serious localized issues such as injection site infection, abscess formation, tissue necrosis, or thrombophlebitis (vein inflammation)