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Topical Tranexamic Acid and Systemic Dexamethasone for Post-rhinoplasty Edema and Ecchymosis: First Direct Comparison
Aesthetic Surgery Journal
|May 9, 2025
Summary
Topical tranexamic acid effectively reduces swelling and bruising after rhinoplasty, similar to systemic dexamethasone. Combining treatments offers no added benefit for rhinoplasty recovery.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Otolaryngology
- Pharmacology
Background:
- Postoperative edema and ecchymosis are frequent issues after rhinoplasty.
- Systemic dexamethasone is a common treatment, while topical tranexamic acid is emerging.
- Direct comparisons between these treatments are lacking.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare topical tranexamic acid, systemic dexamethasone, and their combination for rhinoplasty.
- To evaluate their efficacy in reducing postoperative edema and ecchymosis.
Main Methods:
- A prospective, randomized, triple-blinded controlled trial involving 60 patients.
- Four groups: topical tranexamic acid, systemic dexamethasone, combination, and control.
- Clinical scoring assessed periorbital edema and ecchymosis on days 1, 3, and 7.
Main Results:
- Both topical tranexamic acid and systemic dexamethasone significantly reduced edema and ecchymosis versus control.
- No significant difference in efficacy was observed between topical tranexamic acid and systemic dexamethasone.
- Combination therapy did not provide additional benefits over monotherapy.
Conclusions:
- Topical tranexamic acid is a viable alternative to systemic dexamethasone for managing rhinoplasty complications.
- It offers comparable efficacy in reducing postoperative edema and ecchymosis.
- Combined therapy does not enhance outcomes.
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