Can I have rhinoplasty with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome & how to find a surgeon who specializes in this? (Photo)

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Can i get a rhinoplasty even though i have Ehlers-Danlos syndrome? And how do i find a surgeon that specializes in ehler danlos to proceed with a nose job

Christian Conderman, MD · Answer

Hi!As you know, Ehlers Danlos can have an impact on the connective tissue causing laxity. I've done a nasal surgery on a patient with Ehlers-Danlos and generally speaking, a rhinoplasty can be performed. The risk of bleeding is slightly higher in patients with Ehlers-Danlos and longer acting sutures may be used to "quilt" the septum with a need for splints after surgery. Moreover, a closed or endonasal rhinoplasty may be the preferred approach to reduce the risk of a widened scar on the columella. All of this should be discussed with your surgeon at the time of consultation. Hope that helps!

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

There are many varieties of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome by maens of complexity, as well as  expected response to surgcal injury. They all carrie increased risk in wound healing and scar formation, which may not be so much an issue when it comes to nose surgery. However, based on this single photo, you may not need very agressive rhinoplasty and for theat reason you may be acceptable candidate for nose surgery? In person consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon with good reputation in rhinoplasty, is recommended. Good luck.

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

The ehlers Danlos will make no difference in the approach to rhinoplasty. A good rhinoplasty surgeon will be able to do a good job for you.

Soon-Dong Kim, MD · Answer

Hello, 
I would suggest you check with your family doctor to see if you could do any incisional surgery first since there are some types of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. 
 Thank you!

Irvin Hans Garduno, MD · Answer

While Ehlers-Danlos syndrome poses unique considerations, it is not an absolute contraindication for rhinoplasty. In fact, EDS individuals are able to undergo a rhinoplasty successfully and the surgery can be performed safely and effectively as well.

William Portuese, MD · Answer

Yes you can have a rhinoplasty procedure with Ehlors-Danlos syndrome. It's important to look for a rhinoplasty specialist, since rhinoplasty is the most difficult procedure to perform correctly in the in the entire field of cosmetic surgery. In our practice, we have performed Rhinoplasty on several patients with this syndrome and those patients have received an excellent result. Digital computer imaging of your nose upon your facial features would also be helpful to see what can be accomplished with the procedure.

Can I have rhinoplasty with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome & how to find a surgeon who specializes in this? (Photo)

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