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Published on: July 1, 2013
Use of porous polyethylene as nasal dorsal implants in Asians
Randal Tanh Hoang Pham1, P David Hunter
1Department of Ophthalmology, Stanford University, and Aesthetic & Refractive Surgery Medical Center, San Jose, CA 95128, USA. randalpham@gmail.com
Background:
A variety of implants have been used for nasal augmentation. A new implant made of porous polyethylene has recently been available.
Objective:
To evaluate the stability (non-extrusion) of MEDPOR porous polyethylene as nasal dorsal implants in Asian patients.
Methods:
Nineteen patients' charts were reviewed looking for implant displacement, extrusion of porous implants, postoperative bleeding and infection of tissues surrounding the implants in the postoperative follow-ups which range from 3 months to 5 years.
Results:
No postoperative bleeding, infection, or displacement or extrusion of porous implants was noted. Explantation was easily performed in one patient.
Conclusion:
Porous polyethylene is stable as a nasal dorsal implant in Asians. Explantation can also be performed with ease if needed.
