Rotating injection sites prevents lipohypertrophy (fat tissue buildup) at frequently used locations
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[DOI] [PMC free article] [PubMed] [Google Scholar] 120.Koren S, DiPilato LM, Emmett MJ, Shearin AL, Chu Q, Monks B, et al
This method is used to treat vitamin B12 deficiency and related conditions
a larger Intramuscular (in the muscle) 25 gauge 1 inch needle for maximum intramuscular benefit, a shorter 25 gauge 5/8 inch, and a smaller Deep Subcutaneous (under skin) 29 gauge 1/2 inch needle
The primary endpoint of the study was the number of treatment-related adverse events from baseline to the end of follow-up at 26 weeks, while the exploratory endpoints were changes in body weight, glycemic parameters, and various hormones