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Zafer Ozsoy1, Aydin Gözü, Zekeríya Kul
1Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Vakif Gureba Training Hospital, Vatan cad., 34093, Fatih, and Department of Pediatric Hematology, Istanbul University, Oncology Institute Gapa, Istanbul, Turkey. drzaferozsoy@yahoo.com
Rhinoplasty is safe for hemophilia A patients when clotting factors are managed. This study shows a successful cosmetic rhinoplasty in a hemophilia A patient, expanding surgical options.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Hematology
Background:
- Major surgeries are feasible for hemophiliacs with adequate clotting factor levels.
- Rhinoplasty's safety in hemophiliacs remains unevaluated.
Observation:
- A hemophilia A patient sought rhinoplasty for cosmetic enhancement.
- The patient's clotting factors were adequately managed pre-operatively.
Findings:
- The patient successfully underwent elective rhinoplasty.
- No significant bleeding complications were reported post-procedure.
Implications:
- Rhinoplasty can be a safe option for hemophilia A patients.
- This case expands the scope of elective facial surgery for individuals with bleeding disorders.
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