Cellulite: a review of its physiology and treatment

@article{Avram2004CelluliteAR,
  title={Cellulite: a review of its physiology and treatment},
  author={Mathew M. Avram},
  journal={Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy},
  year={2004},
  volume={6},
  pages={181 - 185}
}
  • M. Avram
  • Published 1 December 2004
  • Biology
  • Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy
Cellulite affects 85–98% of post‐pubertal females of all races. While not a pathologic condition, it remains an issue of cosmetic concern to a great number of individuals. Despite its high prevalence, there have been few scientific investigations into the physiology of cellulite. There have only been a few dozen peer‐reviewed articles devoted to cellulite in the medical literature in the past 30 years. There is no definitive explanation for its presentation. This greatly complicates the ability… 
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