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Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Surgical Innovation
  • Aesthetic Medicine

Background:

  • The face-lift is a complex surgical procedure demanding precision.
  • Ultrasonic energy aids in elevating facial skin flaps.
  • This method preserves vital vascular, lymphatic, and nervous structures, potentially reducing complications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare the outcomes of ultrasound-assisted versus non-ultrasound-assisted face-lifts.
  • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of using ultrasonic energy in rhytidectomy.
  • To assess differences in operative time, complications, and patient satisfaction.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective study design was employed.
  • 104 patients underwent ultrasound-assisted face-lifts (treatment group).
  • 104 patients underwent non-ultrasound-assisted face-lifts (control group).
  • Statistical analysis was performed to compare outcomes between the two groups.

Main Results:

  • Mean operating time was similar between groups (4h vs 4.2h, p>0.05).
  • Ultrasound-assisted face-lifts showed a significantly lower incidence of hematoma formation (0.96% vs 2.4%, p<0.05).
  • Patients in the ultrasound group experienced shorter durations of ecchymosis (13 days vs 17.2 days, p<0.05) and swelling (17.4 days vs 20.4 days, p<0.05).
  • Flap necrosis was 0% in both groups.
  • Patient satisfaction was high in both groups, with no statistically significant difference (p>0.05).

Conclusions:

  • Ultrasonic energy in face-lifts effectively preserves vascular and lymphatic structures.
  • This leads to diminished postoperative swelling and reduced ecchymosis duration.
  • The incidence of hematoma formation is lower with ultrasonic assistance.
  • No significant difference was found in operating time or patient satisfaction compared to traditional methods.