Characterizing the Rhinoplasty Outcomes Most Important to Patients, Surgeons, and the General Population.

Area of Science:

• Plastic Surgery
• Otolaryngology
• Facial Aesthetics

Background:

• Patient and surgeon perspectives are crucial for evaluating rhinoplasty outcomes.
• Understanding societal views on ideal nasal characteristics is essential for treatment planning.

Purpose of the Study:

• To identify and rank the most important rhinoplasty outcomes from patient, surgeon, and general population viewpoints.
• To compare the priorities of these three groups regarding nasal aesthetics and function.

Main Methods:

• A cross-sectional survey assessed 11 rhinoplasty-specific characteristics.
• Data collected from 150 surgeons, 111 patients, and 102 general population members.
• Spearman's rank correlation coefficient (ρ) used to compare characteristic rankings.

Main Results:

• Patients and the general population prioritized nasal breathing (awake) over overall appearance.
• Surgeons ranked overall nose appearance as the highest priority, followed by breathing function.
• Strong correlations (ρ > 0.77) were found between all three groups' rankings.

Conclusions:

• Despite minor differences in primary ranking, a significant consensus exists among patients, surgeons, and the public on ideal rhinoplasty outcomes.
• This agreement supports the development of patient-centered and effective rhinoplasty treatment strategies.