ArticleClinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology2024
The Patient Journey in Facial Aesthetics: Findings from a European Consensus Meeting on Improving the Quality of Life for Patients Receiving Botulinum Toxin Injections.
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- Potential Role of Botulinum Neurotoxin Type A as a Supportive Intervention for Depressive Symptoms: A Systematic Review.Aesthetic plastic surgery · 2026Pooled it
- Patient-Reported Outcomes for Glabellar Line Improvement and Satisfaction With the RelabotulinumtoxinA Ready-to-Use Liquid Formulation: Data From the Phase 3 READY-1 Trial.Aesthetic surgery journal · 2025Trial
- Periocular Aging Across Populations and Esthetic Considerations: A Narrative Review.Journal of clinical medicine · 2025Review
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Abstract
Purpose: Successful treatment of facial lines with botulinum toxin is largely dependent on patient satisfaction; thus, a structured treatment journey that uses patient-reported outcomes (PROs) is helpful for maximizing botulinum toxin results. To develop a patient-centric approach for botulinum toxin injections in facial aesthetics, a group of clinicians met to provide opinions on an optimal treatment journey that uses PROs to quantify treatment benefits on patient quality of life. Patients and Methods: A multidisciplinary panel of 9 clinicians with expertise in facial aesthetic procedures convened for an advisory board that was preceded by and followed up with a structured, multistep consensus discussion. Based on current literature, the panel's expertise, structured questions, and group discussion, panelists assessed, reconciled, and agreed upon on a patient journey for botulinum toxin treatment in facial aesthetics. Results: Panelists agreed that an optimal patient journey includes screening, assessment, treatment, posttreatment, and follow-up visits. A compact, easy-to-complete, and digital PRO questionnaire should be provided before the visit. During screening, thorough assessments are integral for a successful patient journey because they provide an opportunity to understand treatment goals, address patient concerns, discuss risks and benefits, obtain medication lists/medical history, and take pretreatment photographs. Treatment strategies should include discussing and educating on the approach/choice of botulinum toxin and ensuring patients are comfortable. Posttreatment, clinicians should request intense muscle movements to enhance product uptake and be available to address patient concerns. Finally, during follow-up, PRO questionnaires can be provided to gauge patient satisfaction with treatment, and pretreatment photographs can be provided to allow patients to track their progression. Follow-ups should be scheduled with new patients or those reporting low satisfaction. Conclusion: Establishing a relationship, being aware of the patient's goals, and developing an individualized care plan allows for a structured, patient-centered treatment journey that promotes positive aesthetic outcomes.
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