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Erschienen in: Wiener Medizinische Wochenschrift 1/2017

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The history of Botulinum toxin: from poison to beauty

verfasst von: Katlein França, MD, PhD, Anagha Kumar, Massimo Fioranelli, Torello Lotti, Michael Tirant, Maria Grazia Roccia

Erschienen in: Wiener Medizinische Wochenschrift | Sonderheft 1/2017

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Summary

Botulinum toxin, also called the “miracle toxin,” is a neurotoxin produced by the bacteria Clostridium botulinum. It is known to block nerve signals that contract muscles resulting in a temporary paralysis of the muscles. Toxins type A and B have been extensively studied and utilized in the realm of beauty and cosmetology. Initially, the toxin gained popularity as a disease-causing “poison”. It was only later that it found its way to becoming a must have in modern aesthetic practice. Today, this wonder toxin has proven to be an apt and convenient option in the field of anti-aging medicine.
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Metadaten
Titel
The history of Botulinum toxin: from poison to beauty
verfasst von
Katlein França, MD, PhD
Anagha Kumar
Massimo Fioranelli
Torello Lotti
Michael Tirant
Maria Grazia Roccia
Publikationsdatum
15.03.2017
Verlag
Springer Vienna
Erschienen in
Wiener Medizinische Wochenschrift / Ausgabe Sonderheft 1/2017
Print ISSN: 0043-5341
Elektronische ISSN: 1563-258X
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10354-017-0553-7

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