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External rhinoplasty in the tropics.

B Baser1, N Hiranandani, D S Grewal

  • 1Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, T. N. Medical College, B.Y.L. Nair Ch. Hospital, Bombay, India.

The Journal of Laryngology and Otology
|December 1, 1989
PubMed
Summary

External rhinoplasty is a viable option for patients with thick, oily skin, commonly found in tropical regions. Accurate wound closure, not skin color, is key to minimizing scarring and ensuring successful outcomes in rhinoplasty surgery.

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Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Facial Reconstruction
  • Cosmetic Surgery

Background:

  • Thick, oily, and pigmented skin in tropical patients presents unique challenges for rhinoplasty.
  • External rhinoplasty, while globally accepted, faces limited adoption in certain regions.
  • Concerns exist regarding hypertrophied scars in patients with colored skin, leading to reluctance towards external incisions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the safety and efficacy of the external rhinoplasty approach in patients with challenging skin types.
  • To assess the incidence and management of columellar scars in external rhinoplasty.
  • To determine the critical factors for successful wound healing in rhinoplasty, particularly concerning skin characteristics.

Main Methods:

  • A series of over seventy external rhinoplasty procedures were performed.

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  • Focus was placed on accurate approximation of the columellar incision during wound closure.
  • Patient outcomes, specifically regarding scarring and healing, were monitored.

    • Main Results:

    • No significant complications related to the columellar scar were observed in the series.
    • The study suggests that precise wound approximation is more critical for healing than skin pigmentation.
    • The external rhinoplasty approach proved successful despite initial reservations.

    Conclusions:

    • External rhinoplasty is a safe and effective technique for patients with thick, oily, and pigmented skin.
    • Meticulous columellar wound closure is paramount for minimizing scarring and achieving favorable results.
    • The technique can be successfully implemented in diverse patient populations, challenging previous assumptions.