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A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Early Relapse After Facelift
Arda Kucukguven1, Aysuna Galandarova2, Ozan Bitik3
1Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, Ankara Training and Research Hospital, University of Health Sciences, Ankara, Turkey.
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
|May 9, 2022
Summary
Early relapse after facelift surgery is under-reported, occurring in a median of 2.4% of cases. Defining and reporting relapse-related outcomes (RROs) is crucial for improving facelift efficacy.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Aesthetic Surgery
- Evidence-Based Medicine
Background:
- Early relapse after facelift surgery is an adverse outcome impacting technique longevity and efficacy.
- Existing literature on early relapse after facelift is dispersed, ill-defined, and under-reported.
- This review addresses the need to analyze relapse-related outcomes (RROs) in facelift studies.
Approach:
- A systematic review and meta-analysis of RROs following facelift surgery was conducted.
- Studies were screened using keywords related to facelift and facial rejuvenation.
- Relapse-related outcomes within the first two years post-surgery were defined as 'early'.
Key Points:
- Only 4.4% of reviewed facelift papers reported RROs.
- The reported frequency of RROs varied widely, from 0.2% to 50%.
- The weighted median rate of early RROs after facelift surgery was determined to be 2.4%.
Conclusions:
- Standardized definitions and objective diagnostic criteria for early relapse are needed.
- Acknowledging the prevalence of early relapse is essential for future research on preventive measures.
- Improved reporting of RROs will enhance the evaluation of facelift technique efficacy.
