I wanted to find out the purpose of fibrin glue when it comes to rhinoplasty. Could someone tell me what this is? What purpose does it serve in a rhinoplasty? I was told my a perspective doctor it would be used but was not given an explanation. Are there any negative side effects? Thank you
Answer: Fibrin glue Thanks for writing,Fibrin is a protein found in our bodies that is involved in the clotting process. The protein is isolate and place in a delivery device. I have found it to be expensive, and in my experience not really offer any benefit. The idea is, the glue will help the surfaces stick together faster and therefore a lesser risk of haematoma. I've never seen an objective data showing any significant t benefit. Again, it is typically expensive. Good luckStephen M. Davis, MD, FACS
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Answer: Fibrin glue Thanks for writing,Fibrin is a protein found in our bodies that is involved in the clotting process. The protein is isolate and place in a delivery device. I have found it to be expensive, and in my experience not really offer any benefit. The idea is, the glue will help the surfaces stick together faster and therefore a lesser risk of haematoma. I've never seen an objective data showing any significant t benefit. Again, it is typically expensive. Good luckStephen M. Davis, MD, FACS
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