Topic: Complications and Management in Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty is among the most commonly performed facial cosmetic and reconstructive procedures, but it is also one of the most delicate and technically demanding. As a result, there are numerous possible acute, subacute, and chronic complications associated with rhinoplasty, which can lead to functional or cosmetic nasal deformities, patient dissatisfaction, the necessity for revision surgery, and even legal disputes. The various surgical approaches to the nose, including open versus closed techniques, each carry their own hypothetical spectrums of problems, and the risk of complications can vary based on several factors.

Before undertaking these procedures, the rhinoplasty surgeon must possess a thorough understanding of the potential complications and how to manage them. Informed consent should be comprehensive to establish reasonable expectations about outcomes and to ensure that patients are aware of the potential issues that may arise during the intraoperative and postoperative periods. Topics covered in this Special Issue include issues related to autologous and non-autologous grafts, nasal valve patency, the nasal septum, soft tissue complications, edema, and impairment of the structural integrity of the nose. Complications and management of non-surgical rhinoplasty are beyond the scope of this Special Issue and will not be discussed.

Rhinoplasty, complications, nasal valve, nasal deformity, revision surgery

10 Nov 2023